December weather forecast
Wildwood Crest, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Wildwood Crest, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). Wildwood Crest's nocturnal December readings average at a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

In Wildwood Crest, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Wildwood Crest, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158 rainfall days, and 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Wildwood Crest. 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.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).
Note: Taking a dip in 48°F (8.9°C) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 50°F (10°C) triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

Wildwood Crest in December has an average high-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wildwood Crest, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

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.

When does it start snowing?

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 water temperature in December?

In Wildwood Crest, in December, the average water temperature is 48°F (8.9°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Wildwood Crest have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:37 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 Wildwood Crest have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Wildwood Crest?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wildwood Crest, NJ

Average temperature in December - Wildwood Crest, 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
Wildwood Crest, NJ

Average pressure in December - Wildwood Crest, 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
Wildwood Crest, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Wildwood Crest, 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
Wildwood Crest, NJ

Average humidity in December - Wildwood Crest, 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
Wildwood Crest, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Wildwood Crest, 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
Wildwood Crest, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Wildwood Crest, 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
Wildwood Crest, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Wildwood Crest, 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
Wildwood Crest, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Wildwood Crest, 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 sea temperature in December
Wildwood Crest, NJ

Average sea temperature in December - Wildwood Crest, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48°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°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wildwood Crest, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wildwood Crest, 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
Wildwood Crest, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Wildwood Crest, 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
Wildwood Crest, NJ

Average UV index in December - Wildwood Crest, 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
Wildwood Crest, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Wildwood Crest, 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
Wildwood Crest, NJ

Average visibility in December - Wildwood Crest, 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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