December weather forecast
North Massapequa, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in North Massapequa, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.1°F (6.7°C) and min 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, North Massapequa notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). North Massapequa observes a minimal variance in temperature, with a consistent average low of 37°F (2.8°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.8 rainfall days, and 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In North Massapequa, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In North Massapequa, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.8 days and aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature during December is 44.1°F (6.7°C) and the low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°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 North Massapequa?

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In North Massapequa, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does North Massapequa have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does North Massapequa have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
North Massapequa, NY

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

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in December
North Massapequa, NY

Average pressure in December - North Massapequa, 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
North Massapequa, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.1mph).

Average humidity in December
North Massapequa, NY

Average humidity in December - North Massapequa, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

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

Average rainfall in December
North Massapequa, NY

Average rainfall in December - North Massapequa, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
North Massapequa, NY

Average rainfall days in December - North Massapequa, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Massapequa, NY

Average snowfall in December - North Massapequa, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Massapequa, NY

Average snowfall days in December - North Massapequa, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
North Massapequa, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Massapequa, 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
North Massapequa, NY

Average sunshine days in December - North Massapequa, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
North Massapequa, NY

Average UV index in December - North Massapequa, 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
North Massapequa, NY

Average cloud cover in December - North Massapequa, 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
North Massapequa, NY

Average visibility in December - North Massapequa, 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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