December weather forecastFranklin Lakes, NJ
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).Temperature
December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). Franklin Lakes anticipates an average minimum temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) in the month of December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In Franklin Lakes, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.6 rainfall days, and 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Franklin Lakes, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 25.5 snowfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Franklin Lakes.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
The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Franklin Lakes, NJ
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 42min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
