December weather forecastElizabeth, NJ
December
Weather in December
Closing the year in Elizabeth is the wintry December, characterized by low temperatures and intermittent snowfall. The maximum temperature reaches only around 42.3°F (5.7°C), creating a chilly atmosphere. Snowfall becomes a common occurrence once again, with the month recording an average of 1.34" (34mm) of snow. As expected, days are shortened by the winter solstice, offering a mere 9.3 hours of daylight. December assures a weather-perfect end to the year, employing winter’s full palette.Temperature
Arrival of December in Elizabeth comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). Elizabeth's average low-temperature is measured at 32.9°F (0.5°C) during December.Humidity
February, May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Elizabeth are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated. In Elizabeth, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.1 days and aggregates up to 8.7" (221mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Elizabeth, the average sunshine in December is 5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Elizabeth, NJ
- Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°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 (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Elizabeth, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Elizabeth, NJ
- Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Elizabeth, NJ
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Elizabeth, NJ
- Average rainfall in December: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").
Average rainfall days in December
Elizabeth, NJ
- Average rainfall days in December: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Elizabeth, NJ
- Average snowfall in December: 1.34"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Elizabeth, NJ
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elizabeth, NJ
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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: 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 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Elizabeth, NJ
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).
Average UV index in December
Elizabeth, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Elizabeth, 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).
Average visibility in December
Elizabeth, 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).
