December weather forecast
Uniondale, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Uniondale, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.7°F (6.5°C) and min 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). The nighttime temperature in Uniondale in December experiences a minor dip, averaging an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Uniondale, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.1 rainfall days, and 8.66" (220mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. In Uniondale, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Uniondale, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.1 days and aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Uniondale, New York, sunrise is at 6:59 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

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Uniondale, is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Uniondale, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December in Uniondale?

In Uniondale, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Uniondale, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

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 Uniondale?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 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?

The average sunshine duration in December in Uniondale is 5h.

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Uniondale is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Uniondale, NY

Average temperature in December - Uniondale, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Uniondale, NY

Average pressure in December - Uniondale, 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
Uniondale, NY

Average wind speed in December - Uniondale, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Uniondale, NY

Average humidity in December - Uniondale, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Uniondale, NY

Average rainfall in December - Uniondale, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Uniondale, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Uniondale, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Uniondale, NY

Average snowfall in December - Uniondale, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Uniondale, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Uniondale, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Uniondale, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Uniondale, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Uniondale, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Uniondale, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Uniondale, NY

Average UV index in December - Uniondale, 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
Uniondale, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Uniondale, 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
Uniondale, NY

Average visibility in December - Uniondale, 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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