December weather forecast
Garfield, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Garfield, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

Garfield experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C). Garfield, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Garfield, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.9 rainfall days, and 25.28" (642mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Garfield, New Jersey, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Garfield, there are 20 snowfall days, and 8.07" (205mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Garfield, 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 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, in Garfield, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Garfield, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Garfield. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Garfield during December?

The high-temperature in Garfield, New Jersey, during December is 41.7°F (5.4°C) and the low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Garfield?

The months with the highest humidity in Garfield are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Garfield?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Garfield in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Garfield in December?

In December, in Garfield, New Jersey, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Garfield?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Garfield.

What is the average length of the day in December in Garfield?

In December, the average day length in Garfield is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Garfield?

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 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Garfield?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Garfield?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Garfield?

In Garfield, 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
Garfield, NJ

Average temperature in December - Garfield, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Garfield, NJ

Average pressure in December - Garfield, 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
Garfield, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Garfield, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Garfield, NJ

Average humidity in December - Garfield, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Garfield, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Garfield, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Garfield, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Garfield, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Garfield, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Garfield, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Garfield, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Garfield, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Garfield, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Garfield, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Garfield, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Garfield, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Garfield, NJ

Average UV index in December - Garfield, 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
Garfield, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Garfield, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Garfield, NJ

Average visibility in December - Garfield, 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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