December weather forecast
West Milford, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in West Milford, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.8°F (3.8°C) and min 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C). West Milford, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in West Milford.

Rainfall

In West Milford, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Milford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.2 days and collects up to 26.34" (669mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Milford. In December, in West Milford, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Milford, there are 32 snowfall days, and 17.05" (433mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in West Milford.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Milford, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in West Milford, New Jersey. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in West Milford in December?

In December, in West Milford, the average high-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in West Milford?

The months with the highest humidity in West Milford, New Jersey, are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in West Milford?

In December, the average relative humidity in West Milford is 81%.

How much does it rain in West Milford in December?

In West Milford, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in West Milford in December?

In West Milford, New Jersey, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Milford?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does West Milford have in December?

In December, the average day length in West Milford is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Milford?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Milford, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Milford?

In December, the average sunshine duration in West Milford, New Jersey, is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Milford?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in West Milford?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in West Milford is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Milford, NJ

Average temperature in December - West Milford, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
West Milford, NJ

Average pressure in December - West Milford, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"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 Milford, NJ

Average wind speed in December - West Milford, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
West Milford, NJ

Average humidity in December - West Milford, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
West Milford, NJ

Average rainfall in December - West Milford, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
West Milford, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - West Milford, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Milford, NJ

Average snowfall in December - West Milford, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Milford, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - West Milford, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Milford, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Milford, NJ
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Milford, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - West Milford, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (18.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
West Milford, NJ

Average UV index in December - West Milford, 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 Milford, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - West Milford, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
West Milford, NJ

Average visibility in December - West Milford, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, September and October (5mi).

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