December weather forecast
Maxim, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Maxim, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 36°F (2.2°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Registering an almost steady temperature, Maxim's nights in December see an average low of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Maxim, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.4 rainfall days, and 15.08" (383mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Maxim, is 44.2°F (6.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Maxim, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Maxim in December?

In Maxim, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Maxim have in December?

In Maxim, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Maxim, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Maxim have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Maxim is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Maxim is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Maxim, NJ

Average temperature in December - Maxim, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Maxim, NJ

Average pressure in December - Maxim, 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
Maxim, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Maxim, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Maxim, NJ

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Maxim, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Maxim, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Maxim, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Maxim, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Maxim, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Maxim, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Maxim, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Maxim, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Maxim, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maxim, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maxim, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Maxim, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Maxim, NJ

Average UV index in December - Maxim, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Maxim, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Maxim, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Maxim, NJ

Average visibility in December - Maxim, 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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