December weather forecast
Lido Beach, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Lido Beach, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.7°F (6.5°C) and min 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Lido Beach, in December, logs an average low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C), a subtle step down from daytime readings.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lido Beach, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lido Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.2 days and collects up to 37.17" (944mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lido Beach, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.3 days and aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Lido Beach, New York, the average seawater temperature in December is 48°F (8.9°C).
Note: You can swim in 48°F (8.9°C) below 50°F (10°C) with proper thermal wear; failing that, the cold shock and respiratory challenges are nearly certain. A short span at 55.4°F (13°C) without it is tough.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Lido Beach in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Lido Beach, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lido Beach, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48°F (8.9°C). Swimming in 48°F (8.9°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lido Beach?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Lido Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lido Beach, NY

Average temperature in December - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.7°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 (29.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Lido Beach, NY

Average pressure in December - Lido Beach, 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
Lido Beach, NY

Average wind speed in December - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Lido Beach, NY

Average humidity in December - Lido Beach, 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
Lido Beach, NY

Average rainfall in December - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Lido Beach, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lido Beach, NY

Average snowfall in December - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lido Beach, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Lido Beach, NY

Average sea temperature in December - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lido Beach, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lido Beach, 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
Lido Beach, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Lido Beach, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Lido Beach, NY

Average UV index in December - Lido Beach, 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
Lido Beach, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Lido Beach, 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
Lido Beach, NY

Average visibility in December - Lido Beach, 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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