December weather forecast
Rocky Point, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Rocky Point, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.9°F (6.6°C) and min 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minor alteration in Rocky Point's climate, with the average high-temperature moving from November's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). December in Rocky Point witnesses a minor deviation from daytime peaks, with an average nighttime temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Rocky Point. Rain falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rocky Point are January through March, May and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Rocky Point, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.9 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rocky Point.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Rocky Point is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rocky Point. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Resources | Updated: Feb 13, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rocky Point in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Rocky Point, is 43.9°F (6.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rocky Point?

In Rocky Point, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in Rocky Point?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Rocky Point?

In Rocky Point, New York, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Rocky Point?

December is the first month it typically snows in Rocky Point. Throughout December, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rocky Point?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rocky Point, New York.

How many hours of daylight does Rocky Point have in December?

In December, the average day length in Rocky Point, New York, is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rocky Point?

On the first day of December in Rocky Point, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rocky Point have in December?

In Rocky Point, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rocky Point?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rocky Point, New York.

How high is the UV index in December in Rocky Point?

In Rocky Point, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rocky Point, NY

Average temperature in December - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rocky Point, NY

Average pressure in December - Rocky Point, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Rocky Point, NY

Average wind speed in December - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rocky Point, NY

Average humidity in December - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

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
Rocky Point, NY

Average rainfall in December - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rocky Point, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rocky Point, NY

Average snowfall in December - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rocky Point, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rocky Point, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rocky Point, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rocky Point, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rocky Point, NY

Average UV index in December - Rocky Point, 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
Rocky Point, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Rocky Point, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Rocky Point, NY

Average visibility in December - Rocky Point, 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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