December weather forecast
East Hanover, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in East Hanover, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and an average high of 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C). During December, the average low-temperature in East Hanover is a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In East Hanover, New Jersey, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in East Hanover, New Jersey, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In East Hanover, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In East Hanover, during the entire year, snow falls for 24 days and aggregates up to 9.72" (247mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, in East Hanover, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in East Hanover, New Jersey, is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in East Hanover. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in East Hanover?

The high-temperature, in December, in East Hanover, is 40.8°F (4.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.5°F (-1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in East Hanover?

The months with the highest humidity in East Hanover, New Jersey, are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in East Hanover?

The average relative humidity in December in East Hanover, New Jersey, is 80%.

How much does it rain in East Hanover in December?

In East Hanover, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in East Hanover in December?

In December, in East Hanover, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in East Hanover?

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

How many hours of daylight does East Hanover have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in East Hanover?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in East Hanover, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in East Hanover?

In East Hanover, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in East Hanover?

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

How high is the UV index in December in East Hanover?

In East Hanover, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
East Hanover, NJ

Average temperature in December - East Hanover, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
East Hanover, NJ

Average pressure in December - East Hanover, 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
East Hanover, NJ

Average wind speed in December - East Hanover, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

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

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Average humidity in December
East Hanover, NJ

Average humidity in December - East Hanover, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

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Average rainfall in December
East Hanover, NJ

Average rainfall in December - East Hanover, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
East Hanover, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - East Hanover, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
East Hanover, NJ

Average snowfall in December - East Hanover, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
East Hanover, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - East Hanover, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 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
East Hanover, NJ

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
East Hanover, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - East Hanover, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
East Hanover, NJ

Average UV index in December - East Hanover, 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
East Hanover, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - East Hanover, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

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

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Average visibility in December
East Hanover, NJ

Average visibility in December - East Hanover, 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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