December weather forecast
Great Meadows, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Great Meadows, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout the nights in December, Great Meadows experiences an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Great Meadows, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Great Meadows, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.9 days and collects up to 9.84" (250mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Great Meadows, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Great Meadows, there are 21.7 snowfall days, and 3.94" (100mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Great Meadows, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Great Meadows during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Great Meadows, records 40.1°F (4.5°C), while the low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Great Meadows?

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Great Meadows?

The average relative humidity in December in Great Meadows, New Jersey, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Great Meadows?

In Great Meadows, New Jersey, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Great Meadows?

In Great Meadows, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Great Meadows?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Great Meadows, New Jersey.

How many hours of daylight does Great Meadows have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Great Meadows?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Great Meadows have in December?

In Great Meadows, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Great Meadows?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Great Meadows.

What is the UV index reading in December in Great Meadows?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Great Meadows, NJ

Average temperature in December - Great Meadows, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Great Meadows, NJ

Average pressure in December - Great Meadows, 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
Great Meadows, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Great Meadows, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Great Meadows, NJ

Average humidity in December - Great Meadows, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Great Meadows, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Great Meadows, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Great Meadows, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Great Meadows, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Great Meadows, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Great Meadows, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Great Meadows, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Great Meadows, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Great Meadows, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Great Meadows, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Great Meadows, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Great Meadows, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Great Meadows, NJ

Average UV index in December - Great Meadows, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Great Meadows, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Great Meadows, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Great Meadows, NJ

Average visibility in December - Great Meadows, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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