December weather forecast
Toms River, NJ

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Weather in December

December in Toms River is a postcard-worthy experience with the cityscape adorned in a white sheet of snow, an increase to 0.75" (19mm) noted. Winter has firmly set in, bringing with it the excited anticipation of the holiday season. Outdoor events are traded for cozy indoor gatherings. The charm of December lies in the twinkling holiday lights contrasted by the white snow - a perfect ending to the year.

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). Throughout December in Toms River, New Jersey, a minimal difference from peak daytime temperatures is noted, marking a steady low-temperature average of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In Toms River, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Toms River, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Toms River, New Jersey, 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 in Toms River. Snow falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Toms River, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
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

The average sunshine in December 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Toms River?

The high-temperature, in December, in Toms River, is 45°F (7.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.1°F (2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Toms River?

In Toms River, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Toms River in December?

In Toms River, New Jersey, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Toms River?

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

How much does it snow in Toms River in December?

In Toms River, in December, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Toms River?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Toms River, New Jersey.

How many hours of daylight does Toms River have in December?

In Toms River, New Jersey, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Toms River?

On the first day of December in Toms River, New Jersey, 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 Toms River?

The average sunshine duration in December in Toms River, New Jersey, is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Toms River?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Toms River?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Toms River is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Toms River, NJ

Average temperature in December - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average pressure in December - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average wind speed in December - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average humidity in December - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average rainfall in December - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average snowfall in December - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - 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
Toms River, NJ

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

Average sunshine days in December - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average UV index in December - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average visibility in December - 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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