December weather forecast
Fort Dix, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fort Dix, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fort Dix, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Fort Dix, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.6 days and aggregates up to 10.63" (270mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Dix are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
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. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Fort Dix?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fort Dix, is 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.7°F (0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fort Dix?

In Fort Dix, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Fort Dix. Rain falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Dix have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Dix have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Fort Dix, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Fort Dix, NJ

Average temperature in December - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Fort Dix, NJ

Average pressure in December - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Fort Dix, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Fort Dix, NJ

Average humidity in December - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Fort Dix, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Fort Dix, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fort Dix, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fort Dix, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Dix, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Dix, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fort Dix, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Fort Dix, NJ

Average UV index in December - Fort Dix, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Fort Dix, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Fort Dix, NJ

Average visibility in December - Fort Dix, 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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