December weather forecast
North New Hyde Park, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in North New Hyde Park, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.6°F (2°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). North New Hyde Park records a negligible downturn from daytime temperatures, averaging a low of 35.6°F (2°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In North New Hyde Park, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In North New Hyde Park, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation. In North New Hyde Park, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.5 days and collects up to 36.38" (924mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In North New Hyde Park, New York, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 5.91" (150mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:00 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature in North New Hyde Park during December is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°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 New Hyde Park, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in North New Hyde Park in December?

In North New Hyde Park, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does North New Hyde Park have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November 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 North New Hyde Park, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
North New Hyde Park, NY

Average temperature in December - North New Hyde Park, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.6°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 (28.6°F).

Average pressure in December
North New Hyde Park, NY

Average pressure in December - North New Hyde Park, 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
North New Hyde Park, NY

Average wind speed in December - North New Hyde Park, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
North New Hyde Park, NY

Average humidity in December - North New Hyde Park, 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
North New Hyde Park, NY

Average rainfall in December - North New Hyde Park, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
North New Hyde Park, NY

Average rainfall days in December - North New Hyde Park, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
North New Hyde Park, NY

Average snowfall in December - North New Hyde Park, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North New Hyde Park, NY

Average snowfall days in December - North New Hyde Park, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 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 New Hyde Park, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North New Hyde Park, 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
North New Hyde Park, NY

Average sunshine days in December - North New Hyde Park, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
North New Hyde Park, NY

Average UV index in December - North New Hyde Park, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
North New Hyde Park, NY

Average cloud cover in December - North New Hyde Park, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
North New Hyde Park, NY

Average visibility in December - North New Hyde Park, 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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