December weather forecast
Carpentersville, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Carpentersville, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Carpentersville observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 124.4 rainfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Carpentersville, during December, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Carpentersville, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 5" (127mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Carpentersville, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

During December, Carpentersville experiences an average high-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Carpentersville, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Carpentersville, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Carpentersville, during December, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Carpentersville, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Carpentersville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Carpentersville, NJ

Average temperature in December - Carpentersville, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Carpentersville, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Carpentersville, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Carpentersville, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Carpentersville, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Carpentersville, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Carpentersville, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carpentersville, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Carpentersville, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Carpentersville, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
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Average cloud cover in December - Carpentersville, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Carpentersville, NJ

Average visibility in December - Carpentersville, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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