December weather forecast
Muttontown, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Muttontown, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.8°F (2.1°C) and max 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

Muttontown records a mild change in average high-temperature during December, easing from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). Throughout December, a minimal difference from peak daytime temperatures is noted, marking a steady low-temperature average of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Muttontown, there are 103.6 rainfall days, and 7.83" (199mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Muttontown, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Muttontown, 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. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, Muttontown experiences an average high-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and a low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Muttontown, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

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?

In Muttontown, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 Muttontown, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Muttontown, NY

Average temperature in December - Muttontown, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Muttontown, NY

Average pressure in December - Muttontown, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"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
Muttontown, NY

Average wind speed in December - Muttontown, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Muttontown, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Muttontown, NY

Average rainfall in December - Muttontown, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Muttontown, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Muttontown, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Muttontown, NY

Average snowfall in December - Muttontown, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Muttontown, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Muttontown, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Muttontown, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Muttontown, 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Muttontown, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Muttontown, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Muttontown, NY

Average UV index in December - Muttontown, 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
Muttontown, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Muttontown, NY

Average visibility in December - Muttontown, 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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