December weather forecast
Ventnor City, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ventnor City, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 37.4°F (3°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). The nights of December cool down to an average low of 37.4°F (3°C), subtly lower than daytime highs.

Humidity

In Ventnor City, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Ventnor City, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ventnor City, there are 140.2 rainfall days, and 18.54" (471mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Ventnor City, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Ventnor City, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.1 days and aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Ventnor City, the average seawater temperature in December is 48.2°F (9°C).
Note: Dipping in 48.2°F (9°C) at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ventnor City in December?

In December, in Ventnor City, the average high-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ventnor City, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ventnor City in December?

In Ventnor City, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48.2°F (9°C). Swimming in 48.2°F (9°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Ventnor City, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Ventnor City are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Ventnor City, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°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 (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Ventnor City, NJ

Average pressure in December - Ventnor City, 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
Ventnor City, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Ventnor City, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Ventnor City, NJ

Average humidity in December - Ventnor City, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Ventnor City, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Ventnor City, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Ventnor City, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Ventnor City, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ventnor City, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Ventnor City, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ventnor City, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Ventnor City, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Ventnor City, NJ

Average sea temperature in December - Ventnor City, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.5°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ventnor City, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ventnor City, NJ
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ventnor City, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Ventnor City, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Ventnor City, NJ

Average UV index in December - Ventnor City, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ventnor City, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Ventnor City, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Ventnor City, NJ

Average visibility in December - Ventnor City, 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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