December weather forecast
Denville, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Denville, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Denville sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). In Denville, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Denville. In Denville, New Jersey, in December, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow. In Denville, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.9 days and aggregates up to 15.79" (401mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min 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 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Denville is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Denville?

The high-temperature during December is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Denville?

The months with the highest humidity in Denville are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Denville?

In Denville, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Denville?

The month with the most rainfall in Denville is December, when the rain falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Denville in December?

In Denville, New Jersey, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Denville in December?

In Denville, New Jersey, during December, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Denville?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Denville.

How many hours of daylight does Denville have in December?

In Denville, New Jersey, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Denville?

On the first day of December in Denville, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Denville?

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Denville?

In Denville, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Denville, NJ

Average temperature in December - Denville, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°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 (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Denville, NJ

Average pressure in December - Denville, 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
Denville, NJ

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Denville, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Denville, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Denville, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Denville, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Denville, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Denville, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Denville, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Denville, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Denville, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Denville, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Denville, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Denville, NJ

Average UV index in December - Denville, 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
Denville, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Denville, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Denville, NJ

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

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

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