December weather forecast
Long Beach, NY

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Weather in December

December paints a wintry picture of Long Beach, as the city officially steps into its winter season. This month witnesses a significant decline in temperature and daylight hours, as the city prepares to welcome the new year. Importantly, it is the month with the highest rainfall, receiving an average of 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation. The resultant snowfall and the city's festive ambiance give the last month of the year a unique character. Despite the chill, December's highlights make it a uniquely enjoyable time.

Temperature

As Long Beach, New York, enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) of November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). A mean low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) is a distinguishing feature of December, indicating a slight dip from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Long Beach, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Long Beach, New York, there are 159.2 rainfall days, and 37.17" (944mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Long Beach, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Long Beach, New York, there are 15.3 snowfall days, and 5.04" (128mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Long Beach, New York, in December, the average water temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).
Note: If planning to swim in 48°F (8.9°C) under 50°F (10°C), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 55.4°F (13°C) is not much warmer.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Long Beach.
On the first day of December in Long Beach, 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.

Sunshine

In Long Beach, the average sunshine in December 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Long Beach during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Long Beach, New York, are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Long Beach?

In Long Beach, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How much does it rain in Long Beach in December?

In Long Beach, New York, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Long Beach?

In Long Beach, New York, during December, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in December in Long Beach?

In Long Beach, New York, the average seawater temperature in December is 48°F (8.9°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Long Beach?

December has the shortest days of the year in Long Beach, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Long Beach have in December?

The average day length in December in Long Beach, New York, is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Long Beach?

On the first day of December, 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 Long Beach have in December?

In Long Beach, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Long Beach?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Long Beach.

What is the UV index reading in December in Long Beach?

In Long Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Long Beach, NY

Average temperature in December - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average pressure in December - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average wind speed in December - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average humidity in December - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average rainfall in December - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average snowfall in December - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Long Beach, 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 sea temperature in December
Long Beach, NY

Average sea temperature in December - Long Beach, NY
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Long Beach, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average UV index in December - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average visibility in December - Long Beach, 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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