December weather forecast
Keyport, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Keyport, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Throughout the month of December, Keyport sees a steady low-temperature average of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Keyport is 76%.

Rainfall

In Keyport, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153 rainfall days, and 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Keyport, in December, during 3.1 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.9 snowfall days, and 6.34" (161mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).
Note: Beware of 48°F (8.9°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C), they're uninviting, and a dip below 50°F (10°C) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.

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 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Keyport?

In Keyport, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Keyport, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Keyport in December?

In Keyport, during December, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in December?

In Keyport, in December, the average water temperature is 48°F (8.9°C). Swimming in 48°F (8.9°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Keyport have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Keyport?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Keyport have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Keyport, NJ

Average temperature in December - Keyport, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Keyport, NJ

Average pressure in December - Keyport, 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
Keyport, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Keyport, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Keyport, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April, August and November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Keyport, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Keyport, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Keyport, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Keyport, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Keyport, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Keyport, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Keyport, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Keyport, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Keyport, NJ

Average sea temperature in December - Keyport, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.4°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Keyport, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Keyport, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Keyport, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Keyport, NJ

Average UV index in December - Keyport, 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
Keyport, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Keyport, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Keyport, NJ

Average visibility in December - Keyport, 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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