December weather forecast
Bridgeport, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Bridgeport, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.6°F (5.9°C) and min 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). During the month of December, the temperature in Bridgeport generally drops to a low average of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In Bridgeport, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Bridgeport, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.2 rainfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, May and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Bridgeport, New Jersey. Throughout December, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Bridgeport, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.8 days and aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Bridgeport is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bridgeport. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Bridgeport in December?

During December, Bridgeport experiences an average high-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bridgeport?

In Bridgeport, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Bridgeport in December?

In Bridgeport, New Jersey, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Bridgeport?

December is the first month it typically snows in Bridgeport. Throughout December, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bridgeport?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Bridgeport, New Jersey, is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bridgeport?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bridgeport, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bridgeport have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Bridgeport, New Jersey, is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bridgeport?

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 Bridgeport?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bridgeport, NJ

Average temperature in December - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bridgeport, NJ

Average pressure in December - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bridgeport, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bridgeport, NJ

Average humidity in December - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bridgeport, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bridgeport, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bridgeport, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bridgeport, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bridgeport, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bridgeport, NJ

Average UV index in December - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Bridgeport, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Bridgeport, NJ

Average visibility in December - Bridgeport, 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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