December weather forecast
Fair Haven, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Fair Haven, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36°F (2.2°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Fair Haven notes an average temperature descent to an icy 36°F (2.2°C) in December, a small shift from its daytime peak.

Humidity

In Fair Haven, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Fair Haven, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.1 rainfall days, and 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).
Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 48°F (8.9°C) even if it's colder than 50°F (10°C); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 55.4°F (13°C) feels chilly.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Fair Haven, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In December, in Fair Haven, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Fair Haven, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows in Fair Haven. Throughout December, in the average 3.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December?

In Fair Haven, in December, the average water temperature is 48°F (8.9°C). Swimming in 48°F (8.9°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fair Haven?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Fair Haven?

In Fair Haven, the average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fair Haven?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Fair Haven, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Fair Haven, NJ

Average pressure in December - Fair Haven, 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
Fair Haven, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Fair Haven, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Fair Haven, NJ

Average humidity in December - Fair Haven, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Fair Haven, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Fair Haven, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Fair Haven, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Fair Haven, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fair Haven, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Fair Haven, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fair Haven, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Fair Haven, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Fair Haven, NJ

Average sea temperature in December - Fair Haven, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.4°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fair Haven, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fair Haven, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fair Haven, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Fair Haven, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Fair Haven, NJ

Average UV index in December - Fair Haven, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Fair Haven, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Fair Haven, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Fair Haven, NJ

Average visibility in December - Fair Haven, 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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