December weather forecast
Sunset Hill Garden, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sunset Hill Garden, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 43°F (6.1°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). The temperature dips to an average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sunset Hill Garden, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Sunset Hill Garden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.3 days and collects up to 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Sunset Hill Garden, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.4 snowfall days, and 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures in Sunset Hill Garden vary between a high-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sunset Hill Garden, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sunset Hill Garden, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Sunset Hill Garden, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 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 long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sunset Hill Garden, NJ

Average temperature in December - Sunset Hill Garden, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Sunset Hill Garden, NJ

Average pressure in December - Sunset Hill Garden, 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
Sunset Hill Garden, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Sunset Hill Garden, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Sunset Hill Garden, NJ

Average humidity in December - Sunset Hill Garden, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Sunset Hill Garden, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Sunset Hill Garden, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Sunset Hill Garden, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Sunset Hill Garden, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sunset Hill Garden, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Sunset Hill Garden, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sunset Hill Garden, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Sunset Hill Garden, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sunset Hill Garden, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sunset Hill Garden, 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: 5h and 0min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sunset Hill Garden, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Sunset Hill Garden, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Sunset Hill Garden, NJ

Average UV index in December - Sunset Hill Garden, 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
Sunset Hill Garden, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Sunset Hill Garden, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Sunset Hill Garden, NJ

Average visibility in December - Sunset Hill Garden, 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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