December weather forecast
North Bergen, NJ

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Weather in December

December's arrival means winter is in full swing in North Bergen. This colder period is characterized by an average high temperature dropping to 42.1°F (5.6°C) and increased snowfall of 0.47" (12mm). Decreasing daylight hours and an increased cloud cover further illustrate the winter's deepening grip. Despite the chilly air, the holiday spirit manages to warm up the atmosphere.

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). North Bergen experiences a mean temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In North Bergen, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.4 rainfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are February, March and December, with an average 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in North Bergen 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in North Bergen, is 42.1°F (5.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in North Bergen is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In North Bergen, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in North Bergen?

The months with the most snowfall are February, March and December, with an average 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In North Bergen, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does North Bergen have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does North Bergen have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
North Bergen, NJ

Average temperature in December - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°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 (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
North Bergen, NJ

Average pressure in December - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
North Bergen, NJ

Average wind speed in December - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
North Bergen, NJ

Average humidity in December - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
North Bergen, NJ

Average rainfall in December - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
North Bergen, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Bergen, NJ

Average snowfall in December - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Bergen, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 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
North Bergen, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Bergen, 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 5min

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
North Bergen, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.1 days).

Average UV index in December
North Bergen, NJ

Average UV index in December - North Bergen, 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
North Bergen, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
North Bergen, NJ

Average visibility in December - North Bergen, 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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