December weather forecastBarnegat Light, NJ
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Barnegat Light, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).Temperature
December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's cool 53.6°F (12°C) to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). The temperature during December experiences a small drop from daytime peaks, recording an average of 37°F (2.8°C) at night.Humidity
In Barnegat Light, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.Rainfall
In Barnegat Light, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Barnegat Light, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.1 days and collects up to 17.4" (442mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Barnegat Light. In Barnegat Light, during December, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Barnegat Light, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.7 days and aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Barnegat Light, NJ
- Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 37°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).
Average pressure in December
Barnegat Light, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Barnegat Light, NJ
- Average wind speed in December: 11.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Barnegat Light, NJ
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Barnegat Light, NJ
- Average rainfall in December: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in December
Barnegat Light, NJ
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Barnegat Light, NJ
- Average snowfall in December: 0.94"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Barnegat Light, NJ
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Barnegat Light, NJ
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Barnegat Light, NJ
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Barnegat Light, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Barnegat Light, NJ
- Average cloud cover in December: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in December
Barnegat Light, 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).
