December weather forecast
Riverdale, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Riverdale, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Riverdale's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Riverdale, New Jersey, there are 106.1 rainfall days, and 8.31" (211mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Riverdale. Snow falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Riverdale, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Riverdale, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Riverdale, New Jersey, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Riverdale during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Riverdale, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Riverdale?

The months with the highest humidity in Riverdale are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Riverdale?

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

How much does it rain in Riverdale in December?

In Riverdale, during December, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Riverdale?

The month with the most snowfall in Riverdale is December, when snow falls for 2.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow in Riverdale?

December is the first month it typically snows in Riverdale, New Jersey. Throughout December, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Riverdale?

December has the shortest days of the year in Riverdale, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Riverdale have in December?

In Riverdale, New Jersey, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Riverdale?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Riverdale have in December?

In Riverdale, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Riverdale?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Riverdale?

In Riverdale, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Riverdale, NJ

Average temperature in December - Riverdale, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Riverdale, NJ

Average pressure in December - Riverdale, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Riverdale, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Riverdale, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Riverdale, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Riverdale, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Riverdale, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Riverdale, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Riverdale, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Riverdale, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Riverdale, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Riverdale, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Riverdale, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.3 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
Riverdale, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Riverdale, NJ
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Riverdale, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Riverdale, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (15.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Riverdale, NJ

Average UV index in December - Riverdale, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Riverdale, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Riverdale, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

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

Average visibility in December
Riverdale, NJ

Average visibility in December - Riverdale, 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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