December weather forecast
Goshen, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Goshen, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 46°F (7.8°C) and min 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

Goshen experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). Goshen experiences a steady nighttime temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In Goshen, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, in Goshen, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.8 rainfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated. In Goshen, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.2 days and aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Goshen, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Goshen, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Goshen, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Goshen, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Goshen have in December?

In Goshen, New Jersey, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Goshen have in December?

In Goshen, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Goshen, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Goshen, NJ

Average pressure in December - Goshen, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Goshen, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Goshen, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Goshen, NJ

Average humidity in December - Goshen, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Goshen, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Goshen, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Goshen, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Goshen, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Goshen, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Goshen, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Goshen, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Goshen, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Goshen, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Goshen, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Goshen, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Goshen, NJ

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

Average cloud cover in December
Goshen, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Goshen, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Goshen, NJ

Average visibility in December - Goshen, 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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