December weather forecast
Sea Cliff, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Sea Cliff, New York, with an average temperature varying between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). Sea Cliff, during December nights, experiences a subtle shift to a low average of 34.7°F (1.5°C) from the day's heat.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.9 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sea Cliff, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.2 days and aggregates up to 7.24" (184mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature in Sea Cliff, New York, is 48°F (8.9°C).
Note: Swimming in 48°F (8.9°C) can be lethal. Merely spending a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels harsh, and venturing below 50°F (10°C) might disrupt breathing control and bring about cold shock, contingent on individual resilience.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sea Cliff, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Sea Cliff during December?

Sea Cliff in December has an average high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Sea Cliff?

February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months in Sea Cliff, New York.

What is the average humidity in December in Sea Cliff?

In Sea Cliff, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in Sea Cliff?

The month with the most rainfall in Sea Cliff, New York, is December, when the rain falls for 12.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Sea Cliff?

In Sea Cliff, New York, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sea Cliff in December?

In Sea Cliff, New York, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in December in Sea Cliff?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Sea Cliff is 48°F (8.9°C). Swimming in 48°F (8.9°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sea Cliff?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sea Cliff have in December?

In Sea Cliff, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sea Cliff?

On the first day of December in Sea Cliff, New York, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sea Cliff?

In Sea Cliff, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sea Cliff?

The months with the lowest UV index in Sea Cliff, New York, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Sea Cliff?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sea Cliff is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sea Cliff, NY

Average temperature in December - Sea Cliff, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sea Cliff, NY

Average pressure in December - Sea Cliff, 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
Sea Cliff, NY

Average wind speed in December - Sea Cliff, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sea Cliff, NY

Average humidity in December - Sea Cliff, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sea Cliff, NY

Average rainfall in December - Sea Cliff, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sea Cliff, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Sea Cliff, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sea Cliff, NY

Average snowfall in December - Sea Cliff, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sea Cliff, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Sea Cliff, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Sea Cliff, NY

Average sea temperature in December - Sea Cliff, 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
Sea Cliff, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sea Cliff, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sea Cliff, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Sea Cliff, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sea Cliff, NY

Average UV index in December - Sea Cliff, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sea Cliff, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Sea Cliff, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Sea Cliff, NY

Average visibility in December - Sea Cliff, 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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