December weather forecast
Zarephath, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Zarephath, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December aligns with a soft reduction in the average high-temperature, gently falling from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Throughout the month of December, Zarephath witnesses an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Zarephath, New Jersey, in December, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.8 snowfall days, and 9.53" (242mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Zarephath, 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. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 42.3°F (5.7°C) and the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Zarephath?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Zarephath in December?

In Zarephath, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Zarephath, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Zarephath have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Zarephath 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
Zarephath, NJ

Average temperature in December - Zarephath, 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 (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Zarephath, NJ

Average pressure in December - Zarephath, 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
Zarephath, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Zarephath, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Zarephath, NJ

Average humidity in December - Zarephath, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Zarephath, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Zarephath, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Zarephath, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Zarephath, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Zarephath, NJ

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Zarephath, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Zarephath, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zarephath, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zarephath, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Zarephath, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Zarephath, NJ

Average UV index in December - Zarephath, 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
Zarephath, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Zarephath, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Zarephath, NJ

Average visibility in December - Zarephath, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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