December weather forecast
Ridgeway, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Ridgeway, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.3°F (1.3°C) and max 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) is witnessed throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ridgeway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.4 days and collects up to 10.28" (261mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Ridgeway. In Ridgeway, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.4 snowfall days, and 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ridgeway?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Ridgeway, is 44.6°F (7°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ridgeway?

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ridgeway, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) 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 Ridgeway have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ridgeway?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Ridgeway, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ridgeway, NJ

Average temperature in December - Ridgeway, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Ridgeway, NJ

Average pressure in December - Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Ridgeway, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Ridgeway, NJ

Average humidity in December - Ridgeway, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Ridgeway, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Ridgeway, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Ridgeway, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Ridgeway, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ridgeway, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Ridgeway, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ridgeway, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Ridgeway, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Ridgeway, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ridgeway, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ridgeway, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Ridgeway, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Ridgeway, NJ

Average UV index in December - Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, NJ

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Ridgeway, NJ

Average visibility in December - Ridgeway, 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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