December weather forecast
Skillman, NJ

Share

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Skillman, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). In December, the temperature drops to an average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Skillman, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Skillman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.3 days and collects up to 8.82" (224mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Skillman, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Skillman, there are 15.5 snowfall days, and 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Skillman is December, 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 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Skillman is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Skillman 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Skillman in December?

During December, Skillman experiences an average high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°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 estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Skillman?

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

How much does it rain in Skillman in December?

In Skillman, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Skillman in December?

In Skillman, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Skillman?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Skillman?

In Skillman, New Jersey, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Skillman?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 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 Skillman?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Skillman?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Skillman?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Skillman is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Skillman, NJ

Average temperature in December - Skillman, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Skillman, NJ

Average pressure in December - Skillman, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Skillman, NJ

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Skillman, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Skillman, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Skillman, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Skillman, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Skillman, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Skillman, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Skillman, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Skillman, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Skillman, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Skillman, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Skillman, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Skillman, NJ

Average UV index in December - Skillman, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Skillman, NJ

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Skillman, NJ

Average visibility in December - Skillman, 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).

Skillman, New Jersey, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location