December weather forecast
River Edge, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in River Edge, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, River Edge records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). In River Edge, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

In River Edge, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In River Edge, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In River Edge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.5 days and collects up to 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In River Edge, during December, snow falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In River Edge, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

In River Edge, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in River Edge, is 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.5°F (1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In River Edge, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In River Edge, during December, snow falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does River Edge have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in River Edge, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
River Edge, MD

Average temperature in December - River Edge, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
River Edge, MD

Average pressure in December - River Edge, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
River Edge, MD

Average wind speed in December - River Edge, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
River Edge, MD

Average humidity in December - River Edge, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
River Edge, MD

Average rainfall in December - River Edge, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
River Edge, MD

Average rainfall days in December - River Edge, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
River Edge, MD

Average snowfall in December - River Edge, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
River Edge, MD

Average snowfall days in December - River Edge, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
River Edge, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - River Edge, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
River Edge, MD

Average sunshine days in December - River Edge, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).

Average UV index in December
River Edge, MD

Average UV index in December - River Edge, MD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
River Edge, MD

Average cloud cover in December - River Edge, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
River Edge, MD

Average visibility in December - River Edge, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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