December weather forecast
Branchport, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Branchport, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and an average low of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Branchport observes a slightly reduced average nighttime temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Branchport, New Jersey, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Branchport, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Branchport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.1 days and collects up to 11.14" (283mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October and December are months with snowfall in Branchport. The month with the most snowfall in Branchport is December, when snow falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
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 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Branchport?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Branchport during December are 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Branchport?

In Branchport, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in Branchport in December?

In Branchport, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Branchport?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow in Branchport?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 3.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Branchport?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Branchport?

In Branchport, New Jersey, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Branchport?

On the first day of December in Branchport, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Branchport?

In Branchport, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Branchport?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Branchport?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Branchport, NJ

Average temperature in December - Branchport, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°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 (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°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 (28.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Branchport, NJ

Average pressure in December - Branchport, 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
Branchport, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Branchport, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Branchport, NJ

Average humidity in December - Branchport, 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
Branchport, NJ

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Branchport, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Branchport, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Branchport, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Branchport, 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
Branchport, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Branchport, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Branchport, 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 24min).

  • 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Branchport, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Branchport, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Branchport, NJ

Average UV index in December - Branchport, 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
Branchport, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Branchport, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Branchport, NJ

Average visibility in December - Branchport, 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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