December weather forecast
Pittstown, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Pittstown, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 41°F (5°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to a wintry 41°F (5°C). Pittstown experiences a nighttime temperature average of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) during December.

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Pittstown, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pittstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.5 days and collects up to 23.78" (604mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pittstown, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pittstown, New Jersey, there are 24.8 snowfall days, and 8.66" (220mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Pittstown, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Pittstown, the average high-temperature is 41°F (5°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Pittstown, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pittstown, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) 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 Pittstown have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pittstown have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Pittstown, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pittstown, NJ

Average temperature in December - Pittstown, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Pittstown, NJ

Average pressure in December - Pittstown, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Pittstown, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Pittstown, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Pittstown, NJ

Average humidity in December - Pittstown, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Pittstown, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Pittstown, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Pittstown, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Pittstown, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pittstown, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Pittstown, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pittstown, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Pittstown, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pittstown, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pittstown, NJ

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Pittstown, NJ

Average UV index in December - Pittstown, 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
Pittstown, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Pittstown, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Pittstown, NJ

Average visibility in December - Pittstown, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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