December weather forecast
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oyster Bay Cove, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Oyster Bay Cove notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). Oyster Bay Cove's average temperature throughout the nights in December exhibits a minor decrease from daytime highs, stabilizing at a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Oyster Bay Cove, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.5 rainfall days, and 35.04" (890mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. In Oyster Bay Cove, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.5 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).
Note: Diving into 48°F (8.9°C) when it's under 50°F (10°C) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.

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 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Oyster Bay Cove is 4.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Oyster Bay Cove, is 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Oyster Bay Cove, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Oyster Bay Cove, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Oyster Bay Cove, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48°F (8.9°C). Swimming in 48°F (8.9°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

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 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oyster Bay Cove have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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 in Oyster Bay Cove.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Oyster Bay Cove, 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
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average temperature in December - Oyster Bay Cove, 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°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average pressure in December - Oyster Bay Cove, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Oyster Bay Cove, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average humidity in December - Oyster Bay Cove, 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
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average rainfall in December - Oyster Bay Cove, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Oyster Bay Cove, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average snowfall in December - Oyster Bay Cove, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Oyster Bay Cove, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
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Average sea temperature in December - Oyster Bay Cove, 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
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oyster Bay Cove, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Oyster Bay Cove, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average UV index in December - Oyster Bay Cove, 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
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Oyster Bay Cove, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average visibility in December - Oyster Bay Cove, 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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