December weather forecast
Schalks, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Schalks, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43°F (6.1°C) and an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). Throughout December nights, Schalks experiences a consistent temperature average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In Schalks, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Schalks, in December, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Schalks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.3 days and collects up to 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Schalks are January through May, November and December. In Schalks, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Schalks, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.4 days and aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Schalks 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°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 Schalks, New Jersey, in December, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Schalks, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Schalks have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Schalks, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, 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 health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Schalks, NJ

Average temperature in December - Schalks, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Schalks, NJ

Average pressure in December - Schalks, 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
Schalks, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Schalks, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Schalks, NJ

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Schalks, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Schalks, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Schalks, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Schalks, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Schalks, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Schalks, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Schalks, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Schalks, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Schalks, NJ

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

Average sunshine days in December - Schalks, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Schalks, NJ

Average UV index in December - Schalks, 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
Schalks, NJ

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Schalks, NJ

Average visibility in December - Schalks, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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