December weather forecast
Cherry Hill, NJ

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Weather in December

December is entrenched in winter conditions, marking the close of the year in Cherry Hill with frosty temperatures. The high generally only reaches around 44.2°F (6.8°C), keeping the atmosphere quite cold. Snowfall punctuates the month with icy flurries, while daylight dwindles to the shortest period of the year. Nevertheless, pressure systems remain relatively consistent, contributing to stable weather conditions. As a result, December epitomizes true Northeast winter, closing the weather calendar on a chilly note.

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Cherry Hill registers a consistent average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) during December.

Humidity

In Cherry Hill, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Cherry Hill, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.5 rainfall days, and 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Cherry Hill, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.3 snowfall days, and 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature in Cherry Hill during December is 44.2°F (6.8°C) and the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Cherry Hill, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Cherry Hill, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Cherry Hill, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Cherry Hill, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Cherry Hill, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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?

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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average temperature in December - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average pressure in December - Cherry Hill, 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
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average humidity in December - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cherry Hill, 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 0min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average UV index in December - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average visibility in December - Cherry Hill, 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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