December weather forecast
Leonia, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Leonia, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Leonia cools down to an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Leonia. Rain falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Leonia, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Leonia, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.9 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Leonia, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Leonia in December?

Leonia in December has an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Leonia, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Leonia have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Leonia have in December?

In Leonia, the average sunshine duration in December 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Leonia?

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

Average temperature in December - Leonia, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Leonia, NJ

Average pressure in December - Leonia, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Leonia, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Leonia, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Leonia, NJ

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Leonia, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Leonia, 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 (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Leonia, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Leonia, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Leonia, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Leonia, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Leonia, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Leonia, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Leonia, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Leonia, NJ

Average UV index in December - Leonia, 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
Leonia, NJ

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Leonia, NJ

Average visibility in December - Leonia, 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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