December weather forecast
Island Beach Heights, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Island Beach Heights, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). A mean low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) is a distinguishing feature of December, indicating a slight dip from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Island Beach Heights, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Island Beach Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.4 days and collects up to 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Island Beach Heights, New Jersey, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Island Beach Heights is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

During December, Island Beach Heights experiences an average high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and a low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Island Beach Heights, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Island Beach Heights, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Island Beach Heights have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Island Beach Heights have in December?

In Island Beach Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Island Beach Heights, NJ

Average temperature in December - Island Beach Heights, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Island Beach Heights, NJ

Average pressure in December - Island Beach 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
Island Beach Heights, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Island Beach Heights, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Island Beach Heights, NJ

Average humidity in December - Island Beach Heights, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Island Beach Heights, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Island Beach Heights, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Island Beach Heights, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Island Beach Heights, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Island Beach Heights, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Island Beach Heights, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Island Beach Heights, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Island Beach Heights, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Island Beach Heights, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Island Beach Heights, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Island Beach Heights, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Island Beach Heights, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Island Beach Heights, NJ

Average UV index in December - Island Beach Heights, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Island Beach Heights, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Island Beach Heights, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Island Beach Heights, NJ

Average visibility in December - Island Beach Heights, 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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