Queens weather in December (New York State, United States of America)
How is the weather in Queens in December? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In December, Queens generally has low temperatures and high rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 8°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 2°C.
Queens in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 127 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 11 days.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 141 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Queens. September typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Queens climate page with graphs.
Queens, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
2°C
Max Temperature
8°C
Water Temperature
9°C *
Chance of Rain
38%
Precipitation
127 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
64% *
Windspeed
22 km/h *
Sunshine
141 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
48% *
Where to go in the United States of America in December
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Queens in December?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 9°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.
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