December weather forecast
Adelphia, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Adelphia, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

Adelphia in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). In the month of December, the average temperature dips to a cold 34°F (1.1°C) during the night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Adelphia is 77%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are July and December, with an average 3.7" (94mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Adelphia, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20.4 snowfall days, and 8.19" (208mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Adelphia, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 34°F (1.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

The months with the most rainfall are July and December, with an average 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Adelphia, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Adelphia have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Adelphia have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Adelphia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Adelphia, NJ

Average temperature in December - Adelphia, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Adelphia, NJ

Average pressure in December - Adelphia, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Adelphia, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Adelphia, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Adelphia, NJ

Average humidity in December - Adelphia, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

Average rainfall in December
Adelphia, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Adelphia, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Adelphia, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Adelphia, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Adelphia, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Adelphia, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Adelphia, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Adelphia, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Adelphia, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Adelphia, NJ
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • 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: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Adelphia, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Adelphia, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Adelphia, NJ

Average UV index in December - Adelphia, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Adelphia, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Adelphia, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Adelphia, NJ

Average visibility in December - Adelphia, NJ
  • 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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