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Staten Island weather in December (New York State, United States of America)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Staten Island during December? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

During December, Staten Island usually has low temperatures and high rainfall. December is a notable month of the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 8°C. But by evening, they drop to around 1°C.

Precipitation

Staten Island in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 126 mm for the month. Prepare for the wettest month with an umbrella to protect yourself from frequent rain. You can typically expect 12 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 141 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Staten Island. September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Staten Island, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 126 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 64% *  
SunshineSunshine 141 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48% *  
Data from: New York City, the United States of America (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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