December weather forecast
Atlantic Highlands, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.2°F (6.8°C) and min 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Atlantic Highlands's nights throughout December are marked by an average low temperature of 36°F (2.2°C), a minor drop from the day's high.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Atlantic Highlands, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Atlantic Highlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.1 days and collects up to 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Atlantic Highlands, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Atlantic Highlands, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Atlantic Highlands, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 3.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Atlantic Highlands have in December?

In Atlantic Highlands, the average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Atlantic Highlands have in December?

In Atlantic Highlands, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Atlantic Highlands?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Average temperature in December - Atlantic Highlands, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Average pressure in December - Atlantic Highlands, 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
Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Atlantic Highlands, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Average humidity in December - Atlantic Highlands, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Atlantic Highlands, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Atlantic Highlands, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Atlantic Highlands, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Atlantic Highlands, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Atlantic Highlands, 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: 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
Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Atlantic Highlands, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Average UV index in December - Atlantic Highlands, 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
Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Atlantic Highlands, 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 28).

Average visibility in December
Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Average visibility in December - Atlantic Highlands, 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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