December weather forecast
South Valley Stream, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in South Valley Stream, New York, with an average temperature varying between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). Throughout December, South Valley Stream records a steady low-temperature average of 36°F (2.2°C), a minor decrease from its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

In South Valley Stream, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In South Valley Stream, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Valley Stream, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.3 days and collects up to 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. In South Valley Stream, New York, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 2.95" (75mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Valley Stream?

In South Valley Stream, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In South Valley Stream, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Valley Stream have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Valley Stream, NY

Average temperature in December - South Valley Stream, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in December
South Valley Stream, NY

Average pressure in December - South Valley Stream, 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
South Valley Stream, NY

Average wind speed in December - South Valley Stream, 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 (8mph).

Average humidity in December
South Valley Stream, NY

Average humidity in December - South Valley Stream, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
South Valley Stream, NY

Average rainfall in December - South Valley Stream, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
South Valley Stream, NY

Average rainfall days in December - South Valley Stream, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Valley Stream, NY

Average snowfall in December - South Valley Stream, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Valley Stream, NY

Average snowfall days in December - South Valley Stream, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
South Valley Stream, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Valley Stream, 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
South Valley Stream, NY

Average sunshine days in December - South Valley Stream, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
South Valley Stream, NY

Average UV index in December - South Valley Stream, 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
South Valley Stream, NY

Average cloud cover in December - South Valley Stream, 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
South Valley Stream, NY

Average visibility in December - South Valley Stream, 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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