December weather forecast
Franklin Lakes, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). Franklin Lakes reports an average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Franklin Lakes are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Franklin Lakes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.6 days and collects up to 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Franklin Lakes, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Franklin Lakes, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.5 days and aggregates up to 15.83" (402mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Franklin Lakes, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Franklin Lakes?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Franklin Lakes, is 40.1°F (4.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Franklin Lakes?

The months with the highest humidity in Franklin Lakes are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Franklin Lakes?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Franklin Lakes in December?

In Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, in December, during 9.1 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Franklin Lakes in December?

In Franklin Lakes, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Franklin Lakes?

The month with the shortest days in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Franklin Lakes?

In December, the average day length in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Franklin Lakes?

On the first day of December in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin Lakes have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Franklin Lakes?

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 Franklin Lakes?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average temperature in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°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 (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average pressure in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"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
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average humidity in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

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

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franklin Lakes, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average UV index in December - Franklin Lakes, 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
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average visibility in December - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June and September (5mi).

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