December weather forecast
Avenel, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Avenel, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.9°F (0.5°C) and max 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). An average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

In Avenel, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Avenel, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Avenel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.2 days and collects up to 8.9" (226mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Avenel, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14.5 snowfall days, and 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Avenel, New Jersey. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature, in December, in Avenel, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Avenel, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Avenel, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Avenel, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Avenel?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Avenel, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Avenel have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Avenel?

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

Average temperature in December - Avenel, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Avenel, NJ

Average pressure in December - Avenel, 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
Avenel, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Avenel, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Avenel, NJ

Average humidity in December - Avenel, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Avenel, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Avenel, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Avenel, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Avenel, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Avenel, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Avenel, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Avenel, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Avenel, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Avenel, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Avenel, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Avenel, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Avenel, NJ

Average UV index in December - Avenel, 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
Avenel, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Avenel, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Avenel, NJ

Average visibility in December - Avenel, 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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