December weather forecast
East Orange, NJ

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Weather in December

December sees East Orange wrapped up in the winter chill once again. Expect to see a dusting of snow as the city receives 1.73" (44mm) of snowfall. The dwindling daylight hours and a high relative humidity of 77% manifest the full-pledged winter. It's the season for snow boots, heavy coats, and warm stews as the New Jersey city transforms into a winter wonderland. Muted tones and twinkly lights give the city a magical end-of-the-year aura.

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). East Orange, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in East Orange. In East Orange, in December, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In East Orange, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.3 days and aggregates up to 10.91" (277mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In East Orange, the average sunshine in December 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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in East Orange?

During December, East Orange experiences an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in East Orange?

The months with the highest humidity in East Orange, New Jersey, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in East Orange?

In December, the average relative humidity in East Orange is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in East Orange?

The month with the most rainfall in East Orange, New Jersey, is December, when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in East Orange?

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in East Orange in December?

In East Orange, New Jersey, in December, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

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

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

What is the average length of the day in December in East Orange?

In East Orange, New Jersey, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in East Orange?

On the first day of December in East Orange, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in East Orange?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in East Orange is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
East Orange, NJ

Average temperature in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°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 (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
East Orange, NJ

Average pressure in December - East Orange, 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 Orange, NJ

Average wind speed in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
East Orange, NJ

Average humidity in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
East Orange, NJ

Average rainfall in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
East Orange, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
East Orange, NJ

Average snowfall in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
East Orange, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Orange, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Orange, 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: 5h and 0min

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
East Orange, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
East Orange, NJ

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

Average cloud cover in December - East Orange, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
East Orange, NJ

Average visibility in December - East Orange, 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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