December weather forecast
Somerville, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Somerville, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and max 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Somerville are January through May, October through December. In Somerville, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Somerville, New Jersey, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.8 days and aggregates up to 9.53" (242mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Somerville, New Jersey, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, 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 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health 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:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Somerville, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Somerville, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Somerville, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

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 4:41 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Somerville have in December?

In Somerville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Somerville, NJ

Average temperature in December - Somerville, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°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 (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Somerville, NJ

Average pressure in December - Somerville, 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
Somerville, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Somerville, 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
Somerville, NJ

Average humidity in December - Somerville, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

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

Average rainfall in December
Somerville, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Somerville, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Somerville, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Somerville, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Somerville, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Somerville, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Somerville, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Somerville, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Somerville, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Somerville, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Somerville, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Somerville, NJ

Average UV index in December - Somerville, 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
Somerville, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Somerville, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Somerville, NJ

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

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

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