December weather forecast
New Providence, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Providence, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.9°F (5.5°C) and min 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). New Providence in December experiences a low-temperature average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in New Providence, New Jersey, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are July and December, with an average 3.11" (79mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in New Providence. In New Providence, during December, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.6 snowfall days, and 11.18" (284mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, in New Providence, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in New Providence, New Jersey, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. 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: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024 | Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in New Providence?

The average high-temperature, in December, in New Providence, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in New Providence?

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

What is the average humidity in December in New Providence?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in New Providence?

The wettest months in New Providence, New Jersey, are July and December, with an average 3.11" (79mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in New Providence in December?

In New Providence, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in New Providence in December?

In New Providence, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in New Providence?

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

How many hours of daylight does New Providence have in December?

In New Providence, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in New Providence?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in New Providence, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in New Providence?

The average sunshine duration in December in New Providence is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in New Providence?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in New Providence?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
New Providence, NJ

Average temperature in December - New Providence, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
New Providence, NJ

Average pressure in December - New Providence, 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
New Providence, NJ

Average wind speed in December - New Providence, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
New Providence, NJ

Average humidity in December - New Providence, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
New Providence, NJ

Average rainfall in December - New Providence, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
New Providence, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - New Providence, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Providence, NJ

Average snowfall in December - New Providence, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Providence, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - New Providence, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Providence, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Providence, 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
New Providence, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - New Providence, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
New Providence, NJ

Average UV index in December - New Providence, 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
New Providence, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - New Providence, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
New Providence, NJ

Average visibility in December - New Providence, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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