December weather forecast
Beach Haven, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Beach Haven, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

December sees a slight reduction in average high-temperature, with a shift from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). During the nights of December, Beach Haven maintains an almost steady temperature with an average low of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

In Beach Haven, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are July and December, with an average 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Beach Haven, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.7 days and aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C).
Note: Being in 48.6°F (9.2°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C) is discomforting, but anything below 50°F (10°C) can jeopardize breathing and induce cold shock, factoring in physical endurance.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Beach Haven is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February 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 ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Beach Haven in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 46°F (7.8°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The months with the most rainfall are July and December, with an average 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Beach Haven, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Beach Haven is 48.6°F (9.2°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Beach Haven is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Beach Haven have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Beach Haven, NJ

Average temperature in December - Beach Haven, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Beach Haven, NJ

Average pressure in December - Beach Haven, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Beach Haven, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Beach Haven, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

Average humidity in December
Beach Haven, NJ

Average humidity in December - Beach Haven, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Beach Haven, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Beach Haven, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Beach Haven, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Beach Haven, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Beach Haven, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Beach Haven, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Beach Haven, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Beach Haven, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Beach Haven, NJ

Average sea temperature in December - Beach Haven, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.8°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Beach Haven, NJ

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Beach Haven, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Beach Haven, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Beach Haven, NJ

Average UV index in December - Beach Haven, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Beach Haven, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Beach Haven, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Beach Haven, NJ

Average visibility in December - Beach Haven, 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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