December weather forecast
Hopatcong Heights, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hopatcong Heights, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Hopatcong Heights's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Hopatcong Heights.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hopatcong Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.3 days and collects up to 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hopatcong Heights. In December, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hopatcong Heights, there are 36.2 snowfall days, and 19.61" (498mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hopatcong Heights, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hopatcong Heights, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Hopatcong Heights in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Hopatcong Heights, is 39.6°F (4.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°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 calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Hopatcong Heights?

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 Hopatcong Heights?

The average relative humidity in December in Hopatcong Heights, New Jersey, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Hopatcong Heights in December?

In Hopatcong Heights, New Jersey, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hopatcong Heights?

In December, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hopatcong Heights?

December has the shortest days of the year in Hopatcong Heights, New Jersey, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hopatcong Heights have in December?

In December, the average day length in Hopatcong Heights, New Jersey, is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hopatcong Heights?

On the first day of December in Hopatcong Heights, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hopatcong Heights?

The average sunshine duration in December in Hopatcong Heights is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hopatcong Heights?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hopatcong Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hopatcong Heights, New Jersey, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hopatcong Heights, NJ

Average temperature in December - Hopatcong Heights, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°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 (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Hopatcong Heights, NJ

Average pressure in December - Hopatcong Heights, 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
Hopatcong Heights, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Hopatcong Heights, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hopatcong Heights, NJ

Average humidity in December - Hopatcong Heights, 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
Hopatcong Heights, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Hopatcong Heights, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Hopatcong Heights, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Hopatcong Heights, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hopatcong Heights, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Hopatcong Heights, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hopatcong Heights, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Hopatcong Heights, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hopatcong Heights, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hopatcong Heights, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hopatcong Heights, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Hopatcong Heights, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Hopatcong Heights, NJ

Average UV index in December - Hopatcong Heights, 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
Hopatcong Heights, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Hopatcong Heights, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Hopatcong Heights, NJ

Average visibility in December - Hopatcong Heights, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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