December weather forecast
Islandia, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Islandia, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Throughout December, Islandia reports a steady low-temperature average of 37.2°F (2.9°C), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

In Islandia, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Islandia. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, October and December are months with snowfall in Islandia. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Islandia, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.7 days and aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, in Islandia, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Islandia are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Islandia during December?

During December, Islandia experiences an average high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Islandia?

In Islandia, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

What is the wettest month in Islandia?

The month with the most rainfall in Islandia, New York, is December, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Islandia in December?

In Islandia, New York, in December, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Islandia?

December is the first month it typically snows in Islandia, New York. Throughout December, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Islandia?

The month with the shortest days in Islandia is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Islandia?

In December, the average day length in Islandia, New York, is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Islandia?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Islandia, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Islandia have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Islandia?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Islandia?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Islandia is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Islandia, NY

Average temperature in December - Islandia, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Islandia, NY

Average pressure in December - Islandia, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Islandia, NY

Average wind speed in December - Islandia, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9mph).

Average humidity in December
Islandia, NY

Average humidity in December - Islandia, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Islandia, NY

Average rainfall in December - Islandia, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Islandia, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Islandia, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Islandia, NY

Average snowfall in December - Islandia, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Islandia, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Islandia, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Islandia, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Islandia, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Islandia, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Islandia, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Islandia, NY

Average UV index in December - Islandia, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Islandia, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Islandia, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Islandia, NY

Average visibility in December - Islandia, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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