December weather forecast
Islip Terrace, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Islip Terrace, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

In Islip Terrace, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's cool 52°F (11.1°C) to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). In December, Islip Terrace experiences a marginal drop in temperature, with averages of 36.9°F (2.7°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Islip Terrace, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Islip Terrace, there are 153.2 rainfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. In Islip Terrace, in December, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Islip Terrace, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 13 days and aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Islip Terrace, New York, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Islip Terrace. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Islip Terrace in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Islip Terrace, New York, during December are 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Islip Terrace?

The average relative humidity in December in Islip Terrace is 74%.

How much does it rain in Islip Terrace in December?

In Islip Terrace, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Islip Terrace in December?

In Islip Terrace, in December, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Islip Terrace?

December has the shortest days of the year in Islip Terrace, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Islip Terrace?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Islip Terrace?

On the first day of December in Islip Terrace, New York, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Islip Terrace?

The average sunshine duration in December in Islip Terrace is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Islip Terrace?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Islip Terrace?

In Islip Terrace, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Islip Terrace, NY

Average temperature in December - Islip Terrace, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in December
Islip Terrace, NY

Average pressure in December - Islip Terrace, 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
Islip Terrace, NY

Average wind speed in December - Islip Terrace, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Islip Terrace, NY

Average humidity in December - Islip Terrace, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Islip Terrace, NY

Average rainfall in December - Islip Terrace, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Islip Terrace, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Islip Terrace, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Islip Terrace, NY

Average snowfall in December - Islip Terrace, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Islip Terrace, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Islip Terrace, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Islip Terrace, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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
Islip Terrace, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Islip Terrace, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Islip Terrace, NY

Average UV index in December - Islip Terrace, 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
Islip Terrace, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Islip Terrace, 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
Islip Terrace, NY

Average visibility in December - Islip Terrace, 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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