December weather forecast
Hopewell, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Hopewell, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). During the nights in December, the temperature averages to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hopewell, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.3 days and collects up to 8.82" (224mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In December, in Hopewell, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.5 snowfall days, and 2.76" (70mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 42.4°F (5.8°C) and the low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hopewell, New Jersey, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hopewell, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 Hopewell have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Hopewell, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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?

In Hopewell, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hopewell, NJ

Average temperature in December - Hopewell, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hopewell, NJ

Average pressure in December - Hopewell, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hopewell, NJ

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Hopewell, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Hopewell, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Hopewell, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

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
Hopewell, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Hopewell, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hopewell, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Hopewell, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hopewell, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hopewell, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hopewell, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Hopewell, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Hopewell, NJ

Average UV index in December - Hopewell, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Hopewell, NJ

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Hopewell, NJ

Average visibility in December - Hopewell, 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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