December weather forecast
Elizabeth, NJ

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Weather in December

Closing the year in Elizabeth is the wintry December, characterized by low temperatures and intermittent snowfall. The maximum temperature reaches only around 42.3°F (5.7°C), creating a chilly atmosphere. Snowfall becomes a common occurrence once again, with the month recording an average of 1.34" (34mm) of snow. As expected, days are shortened by the winter solstice, offering a mere 9.3 hours of daylight. December assures a weather-perfect end to the year, employing winter’s full palette.

Temperature

Arrival of December in Elizabeth comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). Elizabeth's average low-temperature is measured at 32.9°F (0.5°C) during December.

Humidity

February, May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elizabeth are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated. In Elizabeth, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.1 days and aggregates up to 8.7" (221mm) 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 7:01 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Elizabeth, the average sunshine in December 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature, in December, in Elizabeth, records 42.3°F (5.7°C), while the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Elizabeth, New Jersey, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Elizabeth, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) 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?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elizabeth?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Elizabeth, NJ

Average temperature in December - Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Elizabeth, NJ

Average pressure in December - Elizabeth, 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
Elizabeth, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Elizabeth, NJ

Average humidity in December - Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Elizabeth, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Elizabeth, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elizabeth, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elizabeth, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elizabeth, 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: 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elizabeth, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Elizabeth, NJ

Average UV index in December - Elizabeth, 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
Elizabeth, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Elizabeth, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Elizabeth, NJ

Average visibility in December - Elizabeth, 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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