December weather forecast
Quinton, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Quinton, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45°F (7.2°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

December heralds a minor drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to an icy 34°F (1.1°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Quinton, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Quinton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.9 days and collects up to 11.14" (283mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Quinton, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Quinton, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.8 days and aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Quinton, 45°F (7.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 34°F (1.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Quinton, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Quinton, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Quinton, 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Quinton, NJ

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Quinton, NJ

Average pressure in December - Quinton, 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
Quinton, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Quinton, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Quinton, NJ

Average humidity in December - Quinton, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

Average rainfall in December
Quinton, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Quinton, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Quinton, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Quinton, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Quinton, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Quinton, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Quinton, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Quinton, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 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
Quinton, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Quinton, 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
Quinton, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Quinton, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Quinton, NJ

Average UV index in December - Quinton, 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
Quinton, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Quinton, 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
Quinton, NJ

Average visibility in December - Quinton, 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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