December weather forecast
Jackson Heights, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Jackson Heights, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). A mean low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) is anticipated during the month of December in Jackson Heights, New York, a slight step down from the daytime high.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Jackson Heights, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Jackson Heights, there are 89.8 rainfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Jackson Heights. The months with the most snowfall in Jackson Heights, New York, are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Jackson Heights, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Jackson Heights, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Jackson Heights in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Jackson Heights, New York, during December are 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Jackson Heights?

The months with the highest humidity in Jackson Heights, New York, are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December in Jackson Heights?

In Jackson Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Jackson Heights?

In Jackson Heights, New York, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Jackson Heights?

The months with the most snowfall in Jackson Heights are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

When does it start to snow in Jackson Heights?

December is the first month it typically snows in Jackson Heights. Throughout December, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Jackson Heights?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Jackson Heights?

In Jackson Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Jackson Heights?

On the first day of December in Jackson Heights, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Jackson Heights have in December?

In Jackson Heights, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Jackson Heights?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Jackson Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Jackson Heights, NY

Average temperature in December - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Jackson Heights, NY

Average pressure in December - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Jackson Heights, NY

Average wind speed in December - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Jackson Heights, NY

Average humidity in December - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Jackson Heights, NY

Average rainfall in December - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Jackson Heights, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Jackson Heights, NY

Average snowfall in December - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Jackson Heights, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Jackson Heights, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jackson Heights, 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: 5h and 0min

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
Jackson Heights, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Jackson Heights, NY

Average UV index in December - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Jackson Heights, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Jackson Heights, NY

Average visibility in December - Jackson Heights, 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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