December weather forecast
Richland, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Richland, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average high of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Richland, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Richland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.7 days and collects up to 15" (381mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Richland, in December, during 2.3 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Richland, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.6 days and aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Richland.
On the first day of December in Richland, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Richland, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, in Richland, the average high-temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Richland, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Richland?

In Richland, in December, during 2.3 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Richland have in December?

In Richland, the average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

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?

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
Richland, NJ

Average temperature in December - Richland, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°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 (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Richland, NJ

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

Average wind speed in December - Richland, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Richland, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, September and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Richland, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Richland, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Richland, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Richland, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Richland, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Richland, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Richland, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Richland, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Richland, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richland, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Richland, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Richland, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Richland, NJ

Average UV index in December - Richland, 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
Richland, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Richland, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Richland, NJ

Average visibility in December - Richland, 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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