December weather forecast
Glenfield, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Glenfield, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C). Glenfield experiences a consistent average temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Glenfield, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In Glenfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Glenfield, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Glenfield, there are 26 snowfall days, and 11.61" (295mm) 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 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature, in December, in Glenfield, is 40.8°F (4.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.7°F (-1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Glenfield, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Glenfield, New Jersey, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Glenfield, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Glenfield have in December?

In Glenfield, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Glenfield, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Glenfield, NJ

Average temperature in December - Glenfield, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Glenfield, NJ

Average pressure in December - Glenfield, 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
Glenfield, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Glenfield, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Glenfield, NJ

Average humidity in December - Glenfield, 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 and August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Glenfield, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Glenfield, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Glenfield, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Glenfield, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Glenfield, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Glenfield, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Glenfield, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Glenfield, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Glenfield, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glenfield, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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
Glenfield, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Glenfield, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Glenfield, NJ

Average UV index in December - Glenfield, 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
Glenfield, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Glenfield, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Glenfield, NJ

Average visibility in December - Glenfield, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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