December weather forecast
Forked River, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Forked River, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average high of 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Night temperatures during December experience a slight downturn, averaging a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In Forked River, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Forked River, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.4 rainfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Forked River, New Jersey. Snow falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Forked River is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Forked River in December?

Forked River in December has an average high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Forked River?

In December, the average relative humidity in Forked River, New Jersey, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Forked River in December?

In Forked River, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Forked River?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Forked River in December?

In Forked River, New Jersey, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Forked River?

The month with the shortest days in Forked River is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Forked River?

The average day length in December in Forked River, New Jersey, is 9h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Forked River?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Forked River?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Forked River is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Forked River?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Forked River?

In Forked River, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Forked River, NJ

Average temperature in December - Forked River, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Forked River, NJ

Average pressure in December - Forked River, 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
Forked River, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Forked River, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Forked River, NJ

Average humidity in December - Forked River, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Forked River, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Forked River, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in December
Forked River, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Forked River, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Forked River, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Forked River, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Forked River, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Forked River, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Forked River, NJ

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Forked River, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Forked River, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Forked River, NJ

Average UV index in December - Forked River, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Forked River, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Forked River, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Forked River, NJ

Average visibility in December - Forked River, 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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