December is a very cold and very rainy time for sunbathing in Coney Island Beach, and not recommended. December is too cold for swimming in Coney Island Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Coney Island Beach in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather.
December marks the beginning of the winter season at Coney Island Beach, with cold weather and the possibility of snow. Swimming, sunbathing, and water sports are not advisable during this month due to the chilly conditions. A visit to the beach may still be enjoyable for a brisk walk or to take in the winter scenery, but water-based activities are not recommended. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.
December is the quietest month at Coney Island Beach, with cold weather keeping most visitors away. There are no major public holidays or events during this month, and the beach is mostly empty, except for the annual Coney Island Polar Bear Club's New Year's Day swim.
The average maximum temperature in Coney Island Beach in December is 7°. The average maximum temperature is 12° in the previous month and 4° in the next month.
The average temperature in Coney Island Beach in December is 4°. The average temperature ranges is 9° in the previous month and 0° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Coney Island Beach in December is 0°. The minimum temperature is 5° in the previous month and -3° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Coney Island Beach in December are 9.3 and there are 6.8 hours of sunshine per day on average during December making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Coney Island Beach in December is typically 1.6 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Coney Island Beach in December is 9.9° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.
The average total rainfall in Coney Island Beach in December is 124.2cm and on average there are 13 rainy days in December making it a very wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Coney Island Beach in December is 1° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 5° in the previous month and -3° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Coney Island Beach in December is typically 78.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 79.1% in the previous month and 77.3% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Coney Island Beach in December is typically 63.9%. The average relative humidity is 63.1% in the previous month and 61.8% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Coney Island Beach in December is typically 38kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 35kmh in the previous month and 38kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Coney Island Beach in December is typically 20kmh. The average wind speed is 19kmh in the previous month and 20kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Coney Island Beach in December is from the West-Northwest.
