December weather forecast
Stockton, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Stockton, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). In Stockton, an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Stockton, New Jersey, in December, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.5 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. In Stockton, during the entire year, snow falls for 23 days and aggregates up to 9.45" (240mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Stockton, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Stockton, New Jersey, in December, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Stockton, in December, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stockton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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?

In Stockton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Stockton, NJ

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°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
Stockton, NJ

Average pressure in December - Stockton, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stockton, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Stockton, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Stockton, NJ

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Stockton, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Stockton, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Stockton, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Stockton, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stockton, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Stockton, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stockton, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Stockton, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stockton, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stockton, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Stockton, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 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
Stockton, NJ

Average UV index in December - Stockton, 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
Stockton, NJ

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

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

Average visibility in December
Stockton, NJ

Average visibility in December - Stockton, 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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