December weather forecast
Dunellen, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dunellen, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Dunellen observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Dunellen, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dunellen, during December, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow. In Dunellen, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.7 days and aggregates up to 12.68" (322mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Dunellen, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dunellen, New Jersey, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dunellen, NJ

Average temperature in December - Dunellen, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Dunellen, NJ

Average pressure in December - Dunellen, 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
Dunellen, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Dunellen, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Dunellen, NJ

Average humidity in December - Dunellen, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Dunellen, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Dunellen, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Dunellen, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Dunellen, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dunellen, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Dunellen, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dunellen, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Dunellen, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dunellen, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dunellen, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Dunellen, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Dunellen, NJ

Average UV index in December - Dunellen, 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
Dunellen, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Dunellen, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Dunellen, NJ

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

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

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