December weather forecast
Forked River Beach, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Forked River Beach, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between max 45°F (7.2°C) and min 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Forked River Beach maintains an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) throughout December's nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Forked River Beach, New Jersey, is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Forked River Beach, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Forked River Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.4 days and collects up to 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Forked River Beach are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Forked River Beach, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Forked River Beach, New Jersey. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Forked River Beach in December?

The high-temperature in Forked River Beach, New Jersey, during December is 45°F (7.2°C) and the low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Forked River Beach?

In December, the average relative humidity in Forked River Beach, New Jersey, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Forked River Beach?

In December, in Forked River Beach, New Jersey, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Forked River Beach?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Forked River Beach. Snow falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Forked River Beach in December?

In Forked River Beach, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Forked River Beach?

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

How many hours of daylight does Forked River Beach have in December?

In December, the average day length in Forked River Beach is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Forked River Beach?

On the first day of December in Forked River Beach, New Jersey, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Forked River Beach?

In Forked River Beach, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Forked River Beach?

The months with the lowest UV index in Forked River Beach are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Forked River Beach?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Forked River Beach is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Forked River Beach, NJ

Average temperature in December - Forked River Beach, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Forked River Beach, NJ

Average pressure in December - Forked River Beach, 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
Forked River Beach, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Forked River Beach, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Forked River Beach, NJ

Average humidity in December - Forked River Beach, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Forked River Beach, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Forked River Beach, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Forked River Beach, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Forked River Beach, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Forked River Beach, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Forked River Beach, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Forked River Beach, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Forked River Beach, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Forked River Beach, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Forked River Beach, NJ
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Forked River Beach, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Forked River Beach, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Forked River Beach, NJ

Average UV index in December - Forked River Beach, 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
Forked River Beach, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Forked River Beach, 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
Forked River Beach, NJ

Average visibility in December - Forked River Beach, 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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