December weather forecast
East Orange, NJ

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Weather in December

December sees East Orange wrapped up in the winter chill once again. Expect to see a dusting of snow as the city receives 1.73" (44mm) of snowfall. The dwindling daylight hours and a high relative humidity of 77% manifest the full-pledged winter. It's the season for snow boots, heavy coats, and warm stews as the New Jersey city transforms into a winter wonderland. Muted tones and twinkly lights give the city a magical end-of-the-year aura.

Temperature

In East Orange, the average high-temperature in December drops from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). During December, East Orange's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In East Orange, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.3 snowfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, East Orange experiences an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In East Orange, during December, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does East Orange have in December?

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 through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In East Orange, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
East Orange, NJ

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
East Orange, NJ

Average pressure in December - East Orange, 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
East Orange, NJ

Average wind speed in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
East Orange, NJ

Average humidity in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

Average rainfall in December
East Orange, NJ

Average rainfall in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
East Orange, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Orange, NJ

Average snowfall in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Orange, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Orange, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Orange, 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: 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Orange, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
East Orange, NJ

Average UV index in December - East Orange, 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
East Orange, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
East Orange, NJ

Average visibility in December - East Orange, 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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