December weather forecast
Alpine, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Alpine, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). December nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Alpine, in December, during 4.6 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Alpine, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.5 days and aggregates up to 10.55" (268mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Alpine, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Alpine, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Alpine, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Alpine, in December, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Alpine have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Alpine, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alpine have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Alpine is 4.7h.

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 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
Alpine, NJ

Average temperature in December - Alpine, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Alpine, NJ

Average pressure in December - Alpine, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alpine, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Alpine, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Alpine, NJ

Average humidity in December - Alpine, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Alpine, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Alpine, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Alpine, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Alpine, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alpine, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Alpine, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alpine, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Alpine, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Alpine, NJ

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alpine, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Alpine, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (18.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Alpine, NJ

Average UV index in December - Alpine, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Alpine, NJ

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Alpine, NJ

Average visibility in December - Alpine, 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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