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Queens weather in December

Long-run climate averages for Queens, NY in December, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

December at a glance

In December, Queens averages 45°F by day and 34°F at night. The wettest month is usually March.

December in Queens averages a daytime high of 45°F and an overnight low of 34°F, which reads as cool for this part of the world. It is among the three coldest months of the year here. Across the whole year Queens sees roughly 52 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Queens forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Queens weather by month

what to expect in Queens through the year

Here is Queens's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Queens by season.

Jan
44°
32°
Cool
Feb
45°
30°
Cool
Mar
51°
35°
Cool
Wettest
Apr
59°
44°
Mild
May
68°
52°
Mild
Jun
77°
62°
Warm
Jul
82°
69°
Warm
Aug
80°
67°
Warm
Sep
75°
61°
Warm
Oct
67°
51°
Mild
Nov
55°
40°
Cool
Dec
45°
34°
Cool

Common questions

How warm is Queens in December?
Queens averages a daytime high of 45°F in December, with overnight lows around 34°F. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is December a good time to visit Queens?
The most comfortable time to visit Queens is usually May, June, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest March rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Queens in December?
The wettest month in Queens is usually March. Across the year the city sees roughly 52 inches of precipitation.

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