December weather forecast
Milford, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Milford, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Milford, in December, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 91.3 rainfall days, and 7.28" (185mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Milford, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Milford, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Milford are 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Milford, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Milford, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Milford have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is 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 Milford, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Milford, NJ

Average temperature in December - Milford, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°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 (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Milford, NJ

Average pressure in December - Milford, 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
Milford, NJ

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Milford, NJ

Average humidity in December - Milford, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Milford, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Milford, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Milford, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Milford, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Milford, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Milford, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Milford, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Milford, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Milford, 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 4min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Milford, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Milford, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Milford, NJ

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Milford, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Milford, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Milford, NJ

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

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

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