December weather forecast
Freehold, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Freehold, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C). Freehold encounters an average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Freehold, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.8 days and collects up to 33.46" (850mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated. In Freehold, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.1 days and aggregates up to 51.18" (1300mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Freehold, New York, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Freehold, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Freehold, it is snowing for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Freehold, NY

Average temperature in December - Freehold, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Freehold, NY

Average pressure in December - Freehold, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Freehold, NY

Average wind speed in December - Freehold, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Freehold, NY

Average humidity in December - Freehold, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Freehold, NY

Average rainfall in December - Freehold, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Freehold, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Freehold, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Freehold, NY

Average snowfall in December - Freehold, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Freehold, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Freehold, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Freehold, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Freehold, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Freehold, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Freehold, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Freehold, NY

Average UV index in December - Freehold, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Freehold, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Freehold, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Freehold, NY

Average visibility in December - Freehold, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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