December weather forecast
Lake Hiawatha, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lake Hiawatha, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.1°F (4.5°C) and min 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

In Lake Hiawatha, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Lake Hiawatha witnesses an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lake Hiawatha, in December, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow. In Lake Hiawatha, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.9 days and aggregates up to 15.79" (401mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lake Hiawatha, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Lake Hiawatha, records 40.1°F (4.5°C), while the low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lake Hiawatha, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Lake Hiawatha in December?

In Lake Hiawatha, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lake Hiawatha, in December, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lake Hiawatha?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lake Hiawatha have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Lake Hiawatha, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lake Hiawatha?

January through March, 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 Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lake Hiawatha, NJ

Average temperature in December - Lake Hiawatha, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake Hiawatha, NJ

Average pressure in December - Lake Hiawatha, 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
Lake Hiawatha, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Lake Hiawatha, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake Hiawatha, NJ

Average humidity in December - Lake Hiawatha, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake Hiawatha, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Lake Hiawatha, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake Hiawatha, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Hiawatha, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake Hiawatha, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Lake Hiawatha, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake Hiawatha, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Hiawatha, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lake Hiawatha, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake Hiawatha, 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 5min

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
Lake Hiawatha, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Hiawatha, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake Hiawatha, NJ

Average UV index in December - Lake Hiawatha, 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
Lake Hiawatha, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Hiawatha, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Lake Hiawatha, NJ

Average visibility in December - Lake Hiawatha, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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