December weather forecast
Seaford, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Seaford, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

With the commencement of December, Seaford records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). The nights of December are characterized by an average low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C), subtly descending from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Seaford, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically 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 December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.8 snowfall days, and 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).
Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 48°F (8.9°C) even if it's colder than 50°F (10°C); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 55.4°F (13°C) feels chilly.

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

In December, the average sunshine in Seaford 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Seaford, records 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Seaford?

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December?

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

What is the water temperature in December in Seaford?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48°F (8.9°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Seaford 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 Seaford have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Seaford 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Seaford?

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

Average temperature in December - Seaford, 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
Seaford, NY

Average pressure in December - Seaford, 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
Seaford, NY

Average wind speed in December - Seaford, 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
Seaford, NY

Average humidity in December - Seaford, 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
Seaford, NY

Average rainfall in December - Seaford, 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
Seaford, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Seaford, 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
Seaford, NY

Average snowfall in December - Seaford, 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
Seaford, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Seaford, 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 sea temperature in December
Seaford, NY

Average sea temperature in December - Seaford, 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
Seaford, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Seaford, 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
Seaford, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Seaford, 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
Seaford, NY

Average UV index in December - Seaford, 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
Seaford, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Seaford, 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
Seaford, NY

Average visibility in December - Seaford, 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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