December weather forecast
Colonia, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Colonia, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). During December nights, Colonia records an average temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Colonia is 76%.

Rainfall

In Colonia, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Colonia, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.2 days and collects up to 8.9" (226mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Colonia are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14.5 snowfall days, and 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Colonia, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Colonia is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Colonia during December?

Colonia in December has an average high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Colonia?

In Colonia, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Colonia?

In Colonia, New Jersey, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Colonia?

In Colonia, New Jersey, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Colonia?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

In Colonia, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Colonia?

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 Colonia, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Colonia have in December?

In Colonia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Colonia?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Colonia, New Jersey, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Colonia, NJ

Average temperature in December - Colonia, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Colonia, NJ

Average pressure in December - Colonia, 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
Colonia, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Colonia, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Colonia, NJ

Average humidity in December - Colonia, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Colonia, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Colonia, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Colonia, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Colonia, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Colonia, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Colonia, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Colonia, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Colonia, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colonia, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Colonia, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Colonia, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Colonia, NJ

Average UV index in December - Colonia, 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
Colonia, NJ

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Colonia, NJ

Average visibility in December - Colonia, 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).

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