December weather forecast
Monmouth Beach, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Monmouth Beach, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.4°F (6.9°C) and min 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

Monmouth Beach's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). During December's nights, Monmouth Beach notes a minor temperature decline, reaching an average of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Monmouth Beach, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Monmouth Beach, there are 122.1 rainfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Monmouth Beach, in December, the average water temperature is 48.2°F (9°C).
Note: Being in 48.2°F (9°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C) is discomforting, but anything below 50°F (10°C) can jeopardize breathing and induce cold shock, factoring in physical endurance.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

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: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Monmouth Beach, the average high-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in Monmouth Beach in December?

In Monmouth Beach, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 3.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In Monmouth Beach, in December, the average water temperature is 48.2°F (9°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Monmouth Beach have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Monmouth Beach?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average temperature in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average pressure in December - Monmouth Beach, 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
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average humidity in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

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

Average sea temperature in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average sea temperature in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.1°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monmouth Beach, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average UV index in December - Monmouth Beach, 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
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average visibility in December - Monmouth Beach, 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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