December weather forecastClayton, NJ
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Clayton, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).Temperature
The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout the month of December, Clayton witnesses an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Clayton, during December, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Clayton, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.8 days and aggregates up to 10.28" (261mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Average temperature in December
Clayton, NJ
- Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Clayton, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Clayton, NJ
- Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Clayton, NJ
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Clayton, NJ
- Average rainfall in December: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in December
Clayton, NJ
- Average rainfall days in December: 11 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Clayton, NJ
- Average snowfall in December: 1.26"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Clayton, NJ
- Average snowfall days in December: 3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Clayton, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Clayton, NJ
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Clayton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Clayton, NJ
- Average cloud cover in December: 45
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Clayton, 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).
