December weather forecast
Fortescue, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fortescue, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.5°F (7.5°C) and min 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). An average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) is recorded in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fortescue, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.2 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Fortescue, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Fortescue, during the entire year, snow falls for 13 days and aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, in Fortescue, the average high-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Fortescue, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Fortescue, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Fortescue?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Fortescue, NJ

Average temperature in December - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Fortescue, NJ

Average pressure in December - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fortescue, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Fortescue, NJ

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Fortescue, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Fortescue, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fortescue, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fortescue, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 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
Fortescue, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fortescue, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Fortescue, NJ

Average UV index in December - Fortescue, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Fortescue, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Fortescue, NJ

Average visibility in December - Fortescue, 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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