December weather forecast
East Rockaway, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in East Rockaway, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from November's cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). In the month of December, East Rockaway experiences a minor discrepancy from peak daytime temperatures, settling at an average low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In East Rockaway, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation. In East Rockaway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.2 days and collects up to 37.17" (944mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In East Rockaway, during December, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In East Rockaway, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.3 days and aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in East Rockaway.
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

The average sunshine in December in East Rockaway is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in East Rockaway. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets 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. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in East Rockaway?

In East Rockaway, 43.7°F (6.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.7°F (2.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in East Rockaway?

The average relative humidity in December in East Rockaway is 74%.

How much does it rain in East Rockaway in December?

In December, in East Rockaway, New York, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in East Rockaway?

In East Rockaway, New York, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in East Rockaway?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in East Rockaway.

How many hours of daylight does East Rockaway have in December?

In East Rockaway, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in East Rockaway?

On the first day of December in East Rockaway, New York, 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 long on average sun shines in December in East Rockaway?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in East Rockaway?

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 reading in December in East Rockaway?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in East Rockaway, New York, 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
East Rockaway, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
East Rockaway, NY

Average pressure in December - East Rockaway, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
East Rockaway, NY

Average wind speed in December - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
East Rockaway, NY

Average humidity in December - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
East Rockaway, NY

Average rainfall in December - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in December
East Rockaway, NY

Average rainfall days in December - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
East Rockaway, NY

Average snowfall in December - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
East Rockaway, NY

Average snowfall days in December - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

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

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Rockaway, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Rockaway, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
East Rockaway, NY

Average sunshine days in December - East Rockaway, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
East Rockaway, NY

Average UV index in December - East Rockaway, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
East Rockaway, NY

Average cloud cover in December - East Rockaway, 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).

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Average visibility in December
East Rockaway, NY

Average visibility in December - East Rockaway, 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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