December weather forecast
West Long Branch, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Long Branch, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and an average low of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). A consistent average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C), with a minor variance from the daytime highs, is noted during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In West Long Branch, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Long Branch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.1 days and collects up to 11.14" (283mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October and December are months with snowfall in West Long Branch. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

During December, West Long Branch experiences an average high-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In West Long Branch, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in West Long Branch?

In West Long Branch, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows in West Long Branch. Throughout December, in the average 3.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in West Long Branch.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In West Long Branch, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Long Branch, NJ

Average temperature in December - West Long Branch, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in December
West Long Branch, NJ

Average pressure in December - West Long Branch, 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
West Long Branch, NJ

Average wind speed in December - West Long Branch, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in December
West Long Branch, NJ

Average humidity in December - West Long Branch, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
West Long Branch, NJ

Average rainfall in December - West Long Branch, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
West Long Branch, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - West Long Branch, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Long Branch, NJ

Average snowfall in December - West Long Branch, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Long Branch, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - West Long Branch, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Long Branch, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Long Branch, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Long Branch, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - West Long Branch, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
West Long Branch, NJ

Average UV index in December - West Long Branch, 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
West Long Branch, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - West Long Branch, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
West Long Branch, NJ

Average visibility in December - West Long Branch, 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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