December weather forecast
Hackensack, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Hackensack, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). During December nights, Hackensack witnesses a consistent average temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.3 rainfall days, and 22.36" (568mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hackensack are January through May, November and December. In Hackensack, during December, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Hackensack, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.4 days and aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Hackensack experiences an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hackensack, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hackensack, during December, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hackensack have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hackensack have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month 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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hackensack, NJ

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Hackensack, NJ

Average pressure in December - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hackensack, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Hackensack, NJ

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Hackensack, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Hackensack, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hackensack, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hackensack, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hackensack, 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
Hackensack, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Hackensack, NJ

Average UV index in December - Hackensack, 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
Hackensack, NJ

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Hackensack, NJ

Average visibility in December - Hackensack, 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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