December weather forecast
Paramus, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Paramus, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Paramus, New Jersey, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Paramus, New Jersey, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.3 rainfall days, and 22.36" (568mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Paramus, New Jersey, in December, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.4 snowfall days, and 4.96" (126mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:02 am and sunset at 4:28 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 4.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Paramus, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Paramus, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Paramus have in December?

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 7:02 am and sunset at 4:28 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 Paramus have in December?

In Paramus, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Paramus, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Paramus, NJ

Average temperature in December - Paramus, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Paramus, NJ

Average pressure in December - Paramus, 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
Paramus, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Paramus, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Paramus, NJ

Average humidity in December - Paramus, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Paramus, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Paramus, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Paramus, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Paramus, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Paramus, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Paramus, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Paramus, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Paramus, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paramus, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Paramus, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Paramus, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Paramus, NJ

Average UV index in December - Paramus, 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
Paramus, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Paramus, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Paramus, NJ

Average visibility in December - Paramus, 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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