December weather forecast
East Rutherford, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in East Rutherford, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

East Rutherford's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In East Rutherford, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In East Rutherford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.7 days and collects up to 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In East Rutherford, in December, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In East Rutherford, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 8.19" (208mm) 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 7:02 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in East Rutherford is 4.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

During December, East Rutherford experiences an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In East Rutherford, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

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 4:38 pm EST.

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

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In East Rutherford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value 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
East Rutherford, NJ

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
East Rutherford, NJ

Average pressure in December - East Rutherford, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
East Rutherford, NJ

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

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

Average humidity in December
East Rutherford, NJ

Average humidity in December - East Rutherford, 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 Rutherford, NJ

Average rainfall in December - East Rutherford, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
East Rutherford, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Rutherford, NJ

Average snowfall in December - East Rutherford, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Rutherford, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 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 Rutherford, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Rutherford, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Rutherford, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - East Rutherford, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
East Rutherford, NJ

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

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
East Rutherford, NJ

Average visibility in December - East Rutherford, 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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