December weather forecast
Pleasantville, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pleasantville, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). The temperature during December experiences a small drop from daytime peaks, recording an average of 37°F (2.8°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pleasantville are January through April, November and December. In Pleasantville, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13 snowfall days, and 5.35" (136mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).
Note: In 48°F (8.9°C), even brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) feels biting, and anything less than 50°F (10°C) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Pleasantville is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Pleasantville is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pleasantville. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

During December, Pleasantville experiences an average high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Pleasantville, 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 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Pleasantville, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pleasantville, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In Pleasantville, the average seawater temperature in December is 48°F (8.9°C). Swimming in 48°F (8.9°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?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Pleasantville?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:44 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, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Pleasantville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pleasantville, NJ

Average temperature in December - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in December
Pleasantville, NJ

Average pressure in December - Pleasantville, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pleasantville, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Pleasantville, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Pleasantville, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Pleasantville, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pleasantville, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pleasantville, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 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
Pleasantville, NJ

Average sea temperature in December - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.3°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pleasantville, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pleasantville, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (14.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Pleasantville, NJ

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

Average cloud cover in December
Pleasantville, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Pleasantville, NJ

Average visibility in December - Pleasantville, 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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