December weather forecast
Essex Fells, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Essex Fells, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C). Throughout the month of December, Essex Fells witnesses 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 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Essex Fells, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.3 days and collects up to 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Essex Fells. In December, in Essex Fells, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated. In Essex Fells, during the entire year, snow falls for 19 days and aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) 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 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Essex Fells during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Essex Fells?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Essex Fells?

In December, the average relative humidity in Essex Fells is 78%.

How much does it rain in Essex Fells in December?

In Essex Fells, New Jersey, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Essex Fells?

In Essex Fells, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Essex Fells?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Essex Fells?

The average day length in December in Essex Fells, New Jersey, is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Essex Fells?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Essex Fells?

The average sunshine duration in December in Essex Fells is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Essex Fells?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Essex Fells?

In Essex Fells, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Essex Fells, NJ

Average temperature in December - Essex Fells, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°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 (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Essex Fells, NJ

Average pressure in December - Essex Fells, 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
Essex Fells, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Essex Fells, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Essex Fells, NJ

Average humidity in December - Essex Fells, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Essex Fells, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Essex Fells, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Essex Fells, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Essex Fells, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Essex Fells, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Essex Fells, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Essex Fells, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Essex Fells, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 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
Essex Fells, NJ

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Essex Fells, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Essex Fells, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Essex Fells, NJ

Average UV index in December - Essex Fells, 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
Essex Fells, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Essex Fells, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

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

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Average visibility in December
Essex Fells, NJ

Average visibility in December - Essex Fells, 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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