December weather forecast
Secaucus, NJ

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Weather in December

Finally, December ushers in the heart of winter, with noticeably short daylight hours, low temperatures, and a high likelihood of snowfall. Characteristic of this month, Secaucus experiences average temperatures between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C). As January takes over, the weather pattern remains consistent, indicating a sustained winter phase. The city, shrouded in a layer of fresh snow, sparkles under the intermittent winter sun. The cold air vibrates with festive cheer as Secaucus adorns itself with the splendor of the holiday season.

Temperature

With December's arrival, Secaucus's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Secaucus. In Secaucus, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22.7 snowfall days, and 10.79" (274mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, in Secaucus, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Secaucus?

The high-temperature during December is 42.1°F (5.6°C) and the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Secaucus, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 3.78" (96mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Secaucus, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Secaucus, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Secaucus have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 reading in December?

In Secaucus, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Secaucus, NJ

Average temperature in December - Secaucus, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°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 (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Secaucus, NJ

Average pressure in December - Secaucus, 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
Secaucus, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Secaucus, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Secaucus, NJ

Average humidity in December - Secaucus, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Secaucus, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Secaucus, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Secaucus, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Secaucus, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Secaucus, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Secaucus, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Secaucus, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Secaucus, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 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
Secaucus, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Secaucus, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Secaucus, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Secaucus, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Secaucus, NJ

Average UV index in December - Secaucus, 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
Secaucus, NJ

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Secaucus, NJ

Average visibility in December - Secaucus, 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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