December weather forecast
Ocean Gate, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Ocean Gate, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). A mild drop to an average of 37.8°F (3.2°C) marks the nights during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Ocean Gate, New Jersey, in December, during 1.9 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.1 snowfall days, and 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Ocean Gate, in December, the average water temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C).
Note: Swimming in 48.6°F (9.2°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ocean Gate is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Ocean Gate is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in December?

In Ocean Gate, the average seawater temperature in December is 48.6°F (9.2°C). Swimming in 48.6°F (9.2°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ocean Gate have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ocean Gate.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Ocean Gate, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

Average pressure in December - Ocean Gate, 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
Ocean Gate, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Ocean Gate, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

Average humidity in December - Ocean Gate, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Ocean Gate, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Ocean Gate, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Ocean Gate, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Ocean Gate, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

Average sea temperature in December - Ocean Gate, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.8°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ocean Gate, 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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Ocean Gate, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

Average UV index in December - Ocean Gate, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Ocean Gate, 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 28).

Average visibility in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

Average visibility in December - Ocean Gate, 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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