December weather forecast
Heathcote, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Heathcote, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 43°F (6.1°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's cool 51.8°F (11°C) to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). Heathcote, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In Heathcote, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Heathcote, in December, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Heathcote, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.3 days and collects up to 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Heathcote, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.4 snowfall days, and 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Heathcote, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Heathcote, New Jersey, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 43°F (6.1°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Heathcote, in December, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Heathcote, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Heathcote?

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

How many hours of daylight does Heathcote have in December?

In Heathcote, the average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Heathcote have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

When is 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average temperature in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°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 (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average pressure in December - Heathcote, 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
Heathcote, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average humidity in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Heathcote, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Heathcote, 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: 5h and 0min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average UV index in December - Heathcote, 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
Heathcote, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average visibility in December - Heathcote, 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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