December weather forecast
Lebanon, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lebanon, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and max 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

Lebanon's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C). The average low-temperature, in December, is a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lebanon, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lebanon, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.3 days and collects up to 29.06" (738mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 27 snowfall days, and 12.2" (310mm) 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 7:04 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lebanon, New Jersey, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lebanon, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is 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 Lebanon have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lebanon have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Lebanon, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe 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
Lebanon, NJ

Average temperature in December - Lebanon, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Lebanon, NJ

Average pressure in December - Lebanon, 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
Lebanon, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Lebanon, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Lebanon, NJ

Average humidity in December - Lebanon, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Lebanon, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Lebanon, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Lebanon, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Lebanon, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lebanon, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Lebanon, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lebanon, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Lebanon, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lebanon, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lebanon, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Lebanon, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Lebanon, NJ

Average UV index in December - Lebanon, 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
Lebanon, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Lebanon, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Lebanon, NJ

Average visibility in December - Lebanon, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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