Long Island (NY)
December
Weather in Long Island, New York for December 2026
Your guide to Long Island weather in December - trends and predictions
Long Island typically experiences moderate snowfall in December, with an average of 6 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Long Island at the beginning of December is 4.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly increase, reaching an average of 4.4 °C by the end of December.
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10
Dry days
15
Rainy days
6
Snow days
4°/-1°
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26 km/h
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78 %
Avg humidity
Long Island Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Long Island
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December weather in Long Island day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 2 | Sunny | 6° /-1° | 68.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 3 | Sunny | 3° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 4 | Overcast | 6° /-2° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 5 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 4° /-3° | 16.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 6 | Cloudy | 2° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 7 | Sunny | 4° /-1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 8 | Overcast | 5° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 9 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /-2° | 9.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 10 | Overcast | 10° /4° | 4.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 11 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /4° | 48.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 12 | Partly cloudy | 3° /-2° | 5.5 mm | 2.3 cm | |
| Dec. 13 | Sunny | 2° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 14 | Sunny | 1° /-4° | 4.8 mm | 2.7 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Overcast | 1° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 16 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /-1° | 14.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 17 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /3° | 12.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 18 | Patchy rain possible | 9° /-1° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 19 | Partly cloudy | 10° /1° | 38.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 20 | Moderate rain at times | 3° /-1° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 21 | Patchy moderate snow | 3° /-3° | 1.5 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Dec. 22 | Sunny | -1° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 23 | Partly cloudy | 1° /-5° | 9.1 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Patchy moderate snow | 4° /0° | 0.4 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Dec. 25 | Sunny | 3° /-2° | 2.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Sunny | -1° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Partly cloudy | 2° /-3° | 17 mm | 12.2 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /-2° | 11.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Heavy rain at times | 11° /3° | 11 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /2° | 23.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 31 | Overcast | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Long Island in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Long Island forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Long Island in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Long Island during December?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 4° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Long Island during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 306.8 mm is expected in Long Island during December, occurring over more than 15 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Long Island in December 2026?
Long Island experiences an average snowfall of 19.79 cm during December, occurring over 6 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Long Island during December?
The average wind speed in Long Island during December is 26 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Long Island snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Long Island sees 6 snowy days during December, with approximately 19.8 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Long Island
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Typically, Long Island has 15 rainy days in December with a total of 306.8 mm of rainfall.
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