December weather forecast
Point Pleasant, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between min 37°F (2.8°C) and max 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Point Pleasant sustains an average of approximately a wintry 37°F (2.8°C) during December nights, with little variation from daytime highs.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Point Pleasant, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Point Pleasant, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 34.13" (867mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Point Pleasant, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. In Point Pleasant, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.1 days and aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Point Pleasant, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Point Pleasant in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and a low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Point Pleasant, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Point Pleasant, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Point Pleasant have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is 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 Point Pleasant?

In Point Pleasant, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Point Pleasant, NJ

Average temperature in December - Point Pleasant, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Point Pleasant, NJ

Average pressure in December - Point Pleasant, 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
Point Pleasant, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Point Pleasant, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Point Pleasant, NJ

Average humidity in December - Point Pleasant, 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 and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Point Pleasant, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Point Pleasant, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Point Pleasant, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Point Pleasant, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Point Pleasant, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Point Pleasant, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Point Pleasant, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Point Pleasant, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Point Pleasant, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Point Pleasant, 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
Point Pleasant, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Point Pleasant, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Point Pleasant, NJ

Average UV index in December - Point Pleasant, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Point Pleasant, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Point Pleasant, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Point Pleasant, NJ

Average visibility in December - Point Pleasant, 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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