December weather forecast
Russell Gardens, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Russell Gardens, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). In December, a low-temperature average of 34.5°F (1.4°C) is characteristic of Russell Gardens, marking a minor shift from daytime temperatures.

Humidity

February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Russell Gardens, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Russell Gardens, in December, during 3 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Russell Gardens, during the entire year, snow falls for 15 days and aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

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 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 Russell Gardens, the average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Russell Gardens?

In Russell Gardens, 42.4°F (5.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.5°F (1.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Russell Gardens, New York, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Russell Gardens, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and 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 Russell Gardens, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average temperature in December - Russell Gardens, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average pressure in December - Russell Gardens, 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
Russell Gardens, NY

Average wind speed in December - Russell Gardens, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average humidity in December - Russell Gardens, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average rainfall in December - Russell Gardens, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Russell Gardens, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average snowfall in December - Russell Gardens, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Russell Gardens, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Russell Gardens, 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: 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
Russell Gardens, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Russell Gardens, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average UV index in December - Russell Gardens, 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
Russell Gardens, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Russell Gardens, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Russell Gardens, NY

Average visibility in December - Russell Gardens, 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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