December weather forecast
Stirling, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Stirling, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Stirling, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are July and December, with an average 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Stirling, New Jersey, during December, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.6 snowfall days, and 11.18" (284mm) 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 7:03 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:40 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature during December is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Stirling?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The months with the most rainfall are July and December, with an average 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stirling?

In Stirling, 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.

What is the UV index reading in December in Stirling?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Stirling, NJ

Average temperature in December - Stirling, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Stirling, NJ

Average pressure in December - Stirling, 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
Stirling, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Stirling, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Stirling, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Stirling, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Stirling, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Stirling, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Stirling, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stirling, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Stirling, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stirling, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Stirling, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December - Stirling, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Stirling, NJ

Average UV index in December - Stirling, 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
Stirling, NJ

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Stirling, NJ

Average visibility in December - Stirling, 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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