December weather forecast
Newton, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Newton, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) to a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C). Throughout the December nights, Newton encounters a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Newton, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Newton, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.1 days and collects up to 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Newton, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow. In Newton, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.8 days and aggregates up to 17.52" (445mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Newton, in December, the average high-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Newton, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Newton, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Newton have in December?

In Newton, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Newton, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Newton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Newton, NJ

Average temperature in December - Newton, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Newton, NJ

Average pressure in December - Newton, 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
Newton, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Newton, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Newton, NJ

Average humidity in December - Newton, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Newton, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Newton, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Newton, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Newton, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newton, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Newton, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newton, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Newton, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newton, NJ
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Newton, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Newton, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Newton, NJ

Average UV index in December - Newton, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Newton, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Newton, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Newton, NJ

Average visibility in December - Newton, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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