December weather forecast
Basking Ridge, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Basking Ridge, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C). Throughout December, Basking Ridge's nights cool down to an average of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Basking Ridge is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Basking Ridge, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Basking Ridge, in December, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Basking Ridge, New Jersey, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.7 days and aggregates up to 10.83" (275mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Basking Ridge.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, in Basking Ridge, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Basking Ridge in December?

December temperatures in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, vary between a high-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Basking Ridge?

In Basking Ridge, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Basking Ridge in December?

In Basking Ridge, in December, during 9.9 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Basking Ridge in December?

In Basking Ridge, in December, during 3.7 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Basking Ridge?

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

How many hours of daylight does Basking Ridge have in December?

In Basking Ridge, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Basking Ridge?

On the first day of December in Basking Ridge, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Basking Ridge have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Basking Ridge?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Basking Ridge?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average temperature in December - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average pressure in December - Basking Ridge, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average humidity in December - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Basking Ridge, 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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average UV index in December - Basking Ridge, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average visibility in December - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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