December weather forecast
South Toms River, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Toms River, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

December marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from November's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). The temperature in South Toms River during December sees a subtle transition from day to night, averaging a low of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In South Toms River, New Jersey, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Toms River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.4 days and collects up to 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. 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 cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for South Toms River in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in South Toms River, is 45°F (7.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.1°F (2.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In South Toms River, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In South Toms River, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In South Toms River, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
South Toms River, NJ

Average temperature in December - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
South Toms River, NJ

Average pressure in December - South Toms River, 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
South Toms River, NJ

Average wind speed in December - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
South Toms River, NJ

Average humidity in December - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
South Toms River, NJ

Average rainfall in December - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
South Toms River, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Toms River, NJ

Average snowfall in December - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

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

Average snowfall days in December
South Toms River, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Toms River, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Toms River, 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 1min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Toms River, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in December
South Toms River, NJ

Average UV index in December - South Toms River, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
South Toms River, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
South Toms River, NJ

Average visibility in December - South Toms River, 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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