December weather forecast
Franklin Park, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Franklin Park, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). Franklin Park experiences a consistent average temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

February, May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Franklin Park, New Jersey. In Franklin Park, New Jersey, in December, during 3.7 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Franklin Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.7 days and aggregates up to 9.33" (237mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Franklin Park, New Jersey, 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 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, in Franklin Park, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Franklin Park, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Franklin Park 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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Franklin Park in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Franklin Park are 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Franklin Park?

The months with the highest humidity in Franklin Park, New Jersey, are February, May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Franklin Park?

The average relative humidity in December in Franklin Park is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Franklin Park?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Franklin Park in December?

In December, in Franklin Park, New Jersey, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Franklin Park in December?

In December, in Franklin Park, New Jersey, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The month with the shortest days in Franklin Park, 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 Park?

In Franklin Park, New Jersey, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Franklin Park?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Franklin Park?

In Franklin Park, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Franklin Park?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Franklin Park?

In Franklin Park, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Franklin Park, NJ

Average temperature in December - Franklin Park, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Franklin Park, NJ

Average pressure in December - Franklin Park, 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
Franklin Park, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Franklin Park, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Franklin Park, NJ

Average humidity in December - Franklin Park, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, October and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Franklin Park, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Franklin Park, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Franklin Park, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Franklin Park, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Franklin Park, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Franklin Park, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Franklin Park, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Franklin Park, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6 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 Park, NJ

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Franklin Park, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Franklin Park, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Franklin Park, NJ

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

Average cloud cover in December - Franklin Park, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Franklin Park, NJ

Average visibility in December - Franklin Park, 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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