December weather forecast
Shrub Oak, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Shrub Oak, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 39°F (3.9°C) and min 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

In Shrub Oak, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) to a wintry 39°F (3.9°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Shrub Oak, in December, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31 snowfall days, and 16.22" (412mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Shrub Oak, in December, the average high-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Shrub Oak is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Shrub Oak in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Shrub Oak have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shrub Oak have in December?

In Shrub Oak, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shrub Oak, NY

Average temperature in December - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Shrub Oak, NY

Average pressure in December - Shrub Oak, 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
Shrub Oak, NY

Average wind speed in December - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Shrub Oak, NY

Average humidity in December - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Shrub Oak, NY

Average rainfall in December - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Shrub Oak, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shrub Oak, NY

Average snowfall in December - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shrub Oak, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shrub Oak, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shrub Oak, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shrub Oak, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Shrub Oak, NY

Average UV index in December - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Shrub Oak, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Shrub Oak, NY

Average visibility in December - Shrub Oak, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May and June (5mi).

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