December weather forecast
West Cape May, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in West Cape May, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, West Cape May records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). Registering an almost steady temperature, West Cape May's nights in December see an average low of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In West Cape May, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. In West Cape May, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

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 7:00 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Cape May, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In West Cape May, in December, the average high-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In West Cape May, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In West Cape May, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in West Cape May?

The month with the most snowfall in West Cape May is December, when snow falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow in West Cape May?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does West Cape May have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Cape May have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in West Cape May?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Cape May, NJ

Average temperature in December - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in December
West Cape May, NJ

Average pressure in December - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Cape May, NJ

Average wind speed in December - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 13mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2mph).

Average humidity in December
West Cape May, NJ

Average humidity in December - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
West Cape May, NJ

Average rainfall in December - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
West Cape May, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Cape May, NJ

Average snowfall in December - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Cape May, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
West Cape May, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Cape May, 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: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Cape May, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
West Cape May, NJ

Average UV index in December - West Cape May, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
West Cape May, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
West Cape May, NJ

Average visibility in December - West Cape May, 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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