December weather forecast
Dorothy, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dorothy, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and an average low of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Throughout the month of December, Dorothy expects an average low of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dorothy, New Jersey, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dorothy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.2 days and collects up to 15.12" (384mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dorothy are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dorothy, there are 11.5 snowfall days, and 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Dorothy, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, in Dorothy, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Dorothy is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dorothy are January, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Dorothy?

In Dorothy, 45.9°F (7.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 35.8°F (2.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dorothy?

The average relative humidity in December in Dorothy is 76%.

How much does it rain in Dorothy in December?

In Dorothy, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dorothy in December?

In Dorothy, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dorothy?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dorothy have in December?

In December, the average day length in Dorothy, New Jersey, is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dorothy?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dorothy, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dorothy have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Dorothy, New Jersey, is 5.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Dorothy?

In Dorothy, 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
Dorothy, NJ

Average temperature in December - Dorothy, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Dorothy, NJ

Average pressure in December - Dorothy, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Dorothy, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Dorothy, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Dorothy, NJ

Average humidity in December - Dorothy, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Dorothy, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Dorothy, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Dorothy, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Dorothy, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dorothy, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Dorothy, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dorothy, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Dorothy, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dorothy, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dorothy, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Dorothy, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Dorothy, NJ

Average UV index in December - Dorothy, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dorothy, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Dorothy, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Dorothy, NJ

Average visibility in December - Dorothy, 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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