December weather forecastForked River, NJ
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Forked River, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45°F (7.2°C) and min 36.1°F (2.3°C).Temperature
A mild drop in Forked River's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). A minor drop in temperature is observed from daytime highs during the nights of December, averaging a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 77%.Rainfall
In Forked River, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. In Forked River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.4 days and collects up to 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. 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.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Forked River, NJ
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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 6min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
