December weather forecast
Watchung, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Watchung, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). Throughout December nights, Watchung experiences a consistent temperature average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Watchung is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Watchung, New Jersey. In Watchung, New Jersey, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Watchung, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 10.31" (262mm) 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 in Watchung, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Watchung?

During December, Watchung experiences an average high-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Watchung?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Watchung.

What is the average humidity in December in Watchung?

In Watchung, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Watchung?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Watchung in December?

In Watchung, New Jersey, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Watchung in December?

In Watchung, New Jersey, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Watchung?

December has the shortest days of the year in Watchung, New Jersey, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Watchung?

In December, the average day length in Watchung, New Jersey, is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Watchung?

On the first day of December in Watchung, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Watchung?

The average sunshine duration in December in Watchung is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Watchung?

The months with the lowest UV index in Watchung are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Watchung?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Watchung, New Jersey, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Watchung, NJ

Average temperature in December - Watchung, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Watchung, NJ

Average pressure in December - Watchung, 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
Watchung, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Watchung, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Watchung, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Watchung, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Watchung, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Watchung, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Watchung, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Watchung, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Watchung, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Watchung, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Watchung, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Watchung, 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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Watchung, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Watchung, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Watchung, NJ

Average UV index in December - Watchung, 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
Watchung, NJ

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Watchung, NJ

Average visibility in December - Watchung, 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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