December weather forecast
Dover Beaches North, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Dover Beaches North, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.1°F (7.3°C) and min 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). December records a small disparity from daytime temperatures, marking an average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) in Dover Beaches North.

Humidity

In Dover Beaches North, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Dover Beaches North is December, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Dover Beaches North, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.1 snowfall days, and 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Dover Beaches North, the average seawater temperature in December is 48.6°F (9.2°C).
Note: Being in 48.6°F (9.2°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C) is discomforting, but anything below 50°F (10°C) can jeopardize breathing and induce cold shock, factoring in physical endurance.

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 6:59 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Dover Beaches North is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Dover Beaches North in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Dover Beaches North, records 45.1°F (7.3°C), while the low-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dover Beaches North?

The average relative humidity in December in Dover Beaches North, New Jersey, is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Dover Beaches North?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Dover Beaches North, New Jersey. Rain falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Dover Beaches North?

In December, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Dover Beaches North?

In Dover Beaches North, New Jersey, in December, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Dover Beaches North?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C). Swimming in 48.6°F (9.2°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dover Beaches North?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dover Beaches North, New Jersey.

What is the average length of the day in December in Dover Beaches North?

The average day length in December in Dover Beaches North is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dover Beaches North?

On the first day of December in Dover Beaches North, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dover Beaches North?

In Dover Beaches North, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dover Beaches North?

The months with the lowest UV index in Dover Beaches North, New Jersey, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Dover Beaches North?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Dover Beaches North, New Jersey, 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
Dover Beaches North, NJ

Average temperature in December - Dover Beaches North, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Dover Beaches North, NJ

Average pressure in December - Dover Beaches North, 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
Dover Beaches North, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Dover Beaches North, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Dover Beaches North, NJ

Average humidity in December - Dover Beaches North, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Dover Beaches North, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Dover Beaches North, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Dover Beaches North, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Dover Beaches North, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dover Beaches North, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Dover Beaches North, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dover Beaches North, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Dover Beaches North, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Dover Beaches North, NJ

Average sea temperature in December - Dover Beaches North, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.8°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dover Beaches North, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dover Beaches North, 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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dover Beaches North, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Dover Beaches North, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Dover Beaches North, NJ

Average UV index in December - Dover Beaches North, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dover Beaches North, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Dover Beaches North, 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 28).

Average visibility in December
Dover Beaches North, NJ

Average visibility in December - Dover Beaches North, 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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