December weather forecast
Edison, NJ

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Weather in December

December sees the return of full-blown winter conditions and the weather is visibly cold. The month presents a significant amount of snowfall compared to previous months, having 0.94" (24mm). Outdoor activities become limited due to cold temperatures and snowfall. While it is the start of the holiday season, December projects a delightful winter wonderland scene.

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's cool 52°F (11.1°C) to a wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C). During the month of December, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Edison, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Edison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.9 days and collects up to 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. In Edison, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.6 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

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 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Edison, is 42.6°F (5.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Edison, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Edison, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Edison, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) 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 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Edison, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Edison have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Edison, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Edison, NJ

Average temperature in December - Edison, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Edison, NJ

Average pressure in December - Edison, 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
Edison, NJ

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Edison, NJ

Average humidity in December - Edison, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Edison, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Edison, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Edison, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Edison, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Edison, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Edison, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Edison, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Edison, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 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
Edison, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Edison, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Edison, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Edison, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Edison, NJ

Average UV index in December - Edison, 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, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Edison, NJ

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Edison, NJ

Average visibility in December - Edison, 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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