December weather forecast
Merchantville, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Merchantville, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). In Merchantville, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Merchantville, New Jersey, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Merchantville, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Merchantville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.5 days and collects up to 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Merchantville, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Merchantville, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.3 days and aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Merchantville, 44.2°F (6.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.9°F (0.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Merchantville, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

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 Merchantville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Merchantville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Merchantville, NJ

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°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 (25.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Merchantville, NJ

Average pressure in December - Merchantville, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Merchantville, NJ

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Merchantville, NJ

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Merchantville, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Merchantville, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Merchantville, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Merchantville, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Merchantville, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Merchantville, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Merchantville, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Merchantville, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December - Merchantville, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Merchantville, NJ

Average UV index in December - Merchantville, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Merchantville, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Merchantville, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

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

Average visibility in December
Merchantville, NJ

Average visibility in December - Merchantville, 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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