December weather forecast
Alpha, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Alpha, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Alpha sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Alpha reports a steady low-temperature average of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

In Alpha, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Alpha, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.4 days and collects up to 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Alpha, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Alpha, there are 22 snowfall days, and 5" (127mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Alpha during December?

Alpha in December has an average high-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Alpha, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Alpha, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Alpha have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Alpha, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Alpha, NJ

Average temperature in December - Alpha, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Alpha, NJ

Average pressure in December - Alpha, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alpha, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Alpha, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Alpha, NJ

Average humidity in December - Alpha, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Alpha, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Alpha, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Alpha, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Alpha, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alpha, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Alpha, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alpha, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Alpha, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 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
Alpha, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alpha, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alpha, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Alpha, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Alpha, NJ

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Alpha, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Alpha, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Alpha, NJ

Average visibility in December - Alpha, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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