December weather forecast
Sussex, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sussex, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). An average minimum temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is recorded during the month of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Sussex, in December, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sussex, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.9 days and collects up to 31.89" (810mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Sussex. In Sussex, in December, during 6.4 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sussex, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.9 days and aggregates up to 19.84" (504mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Sussex, 38.3°F (3.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Sussex, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sussex, in December, during 6.4 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Sussex have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sussex?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sussex have in December?

In Sussex, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sussex?

In Sussex, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sussex, NJ

Average temperature in December - Sussex, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Sussex, NJ

Average pressure in December - Sussex, 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
Sussex, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Sussex, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Sussex, NJ

Average humidity in December - Sussex, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Sussex, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Sussex, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Sussex, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Sussex, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sussex, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Sussex, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sussex, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Sussex, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sussex, NJ
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sussex, NJ

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Sussex, NJ

Average UV index in December - Sussex, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Sussex, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Sussex, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Sussex, NJ

Average visibility in December - Sussex, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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