December weather forecast
Rochelle Park, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Rochelle Park, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). A minimal decline in temperature from daytime highs is anticipated in Rochelle Park throughout the December nights, averaging a still wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Rochelle Park, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rochelle Park, there are 150.3 rainfall days, and 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Rochelle Park. In Rochelle Park, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Rochelle Park, New Jersey, there are 18.1 snowfall days, and 8.46" (215mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, in Rochelle Park, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rochelle Park 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rochelle Park in December?

During December, Rochelle Park experiences an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Rochelle Park?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December in Rochelle Park?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rochelle Park?

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rochelle Park in December?

In Rochelle Park, New Jersey, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rochelle Park?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Rochelle Park?

The average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rochelle Park?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rochelle Park, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rochelle Park?

In Rochelle Park, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rochelle Park?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Rochelle Park?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Rochelle Park is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rochelle Park, NJ

Average temperature in December - Rochelle Park, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°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 (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Rochelle Park, NJ

Average pressure in December - Rochelle Park, 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
Rochelle Park, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Rochelle Park, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rochelle Park, NJ

Average humidity in December - Rochelle Park, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Rochelle Park, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Rochelle Park, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Rochelle Park, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Rochelle Park, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rochelle Park, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Rochelle Park, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rochelle Park, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Rochelle Park, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 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
Rochelle Park, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rochelle Park, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rochelle Park, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Rochelle Park, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Rochelle Park, NJ

Average UV index in December - Rochelle Park, 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
Rochelle Park, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Rochelle Park, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Rochelle Park, NJ

Average visibility in December - Rochelle Park, 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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