December weather forecast
Matawan, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Matawan, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.2°F (1.2°C) and max 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). An average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Matawan, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Matawan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Matawan, during December, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Matawan, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.9 days and aggregates up to 6.34" (161mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:31 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

The months with the lowest UV index in Matawan 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

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

How many days does it snow in December in Matawan?

In Matawan, in December, during 3.1 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Matawan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:31 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 Matawan have in December?

In Matawan, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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 reading in December in Matawan?

In Matawan, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Matawan, NJ

Average temperature in December - Matawan, 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
Matawan, NJ

Average pressure in December - Matawan, 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
Matawan, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Matawan, 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
Matawan, NJ

Average humidity in December - Matawan, 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
Matawan, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Matawan, 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
Matawan, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Matawan, 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
Matawan, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Matawan, 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
Matawan, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Matawan, 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 daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Matawan, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Matawan, 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
Matawan, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Matawan, 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
Matawan, NJ

Average UV index in December - Matawan, 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
Matawan, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Matawan, 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
Matawan, NJ

Average visibility in December - Matawan, 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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