December weather forecast
Franklin Lakes, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). Franklin Lakes anticipates an average minimum temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Franklin Lakes, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.6 rainfall days, and 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Franklin Lakes, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 25.5 snowfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Franklin Lakes.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in Franklin Lakes are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Franklin Lakes?

In Franklin Lakes, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Franklin Lakes, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Franklin Lakes, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Franklin Lakes?

In December, the average day length in Franklin Lakes is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Franklin Lakes, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Franklin Lakes, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average temperature in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average pressure in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"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
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average humidity in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average UV index in December - Franklin Lakes, 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
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average visibility in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June and September (5mi).

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