December weather forecast
Glen Ridge, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Glen Ridge, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). In the month of December, Glen Ridge's average low-temperature falls to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Glen Ridge, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.3 rainfall days, and 30.2" (767mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Glen Ridge are January through April, October through December. In Glen Ridge, in December, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 9.21" (234mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
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 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Glen Ridge, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Glen Ridge during December?

In December, in Glen Ridge, the average high-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in Glen Ridge in December?

In Glen Ridge, in December, during 11.8 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Glen Ridge is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Glen Ridge have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

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 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Glen Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Glen Ridge, NJ

Average temperature in December - Glen Ridge, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Glen Ridge, NJ

Average pressure in December - Glen Ridge, 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
Glen Ridge, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Glen Ridge, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Glen Ridge, NJ

Average humidity in December - Glen Ridge, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Glen Ridge, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Glen Ridge, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Glen Ridge, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Glen Ridge, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Glen Ridge, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Glen Ridge, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Glen Ridge, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Glen Ridge, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Glen Ridge, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glen Ridge, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Glen Ridge, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Glen Ridge, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Glen Ridge, NJ

Average UV index in December - Glen Ridge, 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
Glen Ridge, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Glen Ridge, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Glen Ridge, NJ

Average visibility in December - Glen Ridge, 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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