December weather forecast
Penns Grove, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Penns Grove, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

In Penns Grove, the average high-temperature in December drops from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In Penns Grove, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.6 rainfall days, and 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Penns Grove, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.2 snowfall days, and 6.93" (176mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Penns Grove, New Jersey, the average seawater temperature in December is 47.8°F (8.8°C).
Note: It is risky to swim in 47.8°F (8.8°C). Temperatures beneath 50°F (10°C) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Penns Grove, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Penns Grove, records 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Penns Grove, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December?

In Penns Grove, in December, the average water temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C). Swimming in 47.8°F (8.8°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.

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 in Penns Grove.

How many hours of daylight does Penns Grove have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Penns Grove, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Penns Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Penns Grove, NJ

Average temperature in December - Penns Grove, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Penns Grove, NJ

Average pressure in December - Penns Grove, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Penns Grove, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Penns Grove, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Penns Grove, NJ

Average humidity in December - Penns Grove, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Penns Grove, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Penns Grove, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Penns Grove, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Penns Grove, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Penns Grove, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Penns Grove, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Penns Grove, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Penns Grove, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Penns Grove, NJ

Average sea temperature in December - Penns Grove, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in December: 47.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Penns Grove, NJ

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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
Penns Grove, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Penns Grove, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Penns Grove, NJ

Average UV index in December - Penns Grove, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Penns Grove, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Penns Grove, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Penns Grove, NJ

Average visibility in December - Penns Grove, 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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