December weather forecast
Gillette, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Gillette, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). Gillette observes an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) during December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Gillette are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are July and December, with an average 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gillette are January through May, October through December. In Gillette, New Jersey, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Gillette, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.6 days and aggregates up to 11.18" (284mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gillette. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Gillette during December?

In Gillette, in December, the average high-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Gillette?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Gillette, New Jersey.

What is the average humidity in December in Gillette?

In Gillette, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Gillette?

The months with the most rainfall in Gillette are July and December, with an average 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Gillette in December?

In Gillette, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gillette in December?

In December, in Gillette, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gillette?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gillette, New Jersey, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

In Gillette, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gillette?

On the first day of December in Gillette, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gillette have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Gillette?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Gillette?

In Gillette, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gillette, NJ

Average temperature in December - Gillette, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°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 (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gillette, NJ

Average pressure in December - Gillette, 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
Gillette, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Gillette, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gillette, NJ

Average humidity in December - Gillette, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gillette, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Gillette, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gillette, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Gillette, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gillette, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Gillette, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gillette, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Gillette, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Gillette, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gillette, 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
Gillette, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Gillette, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gillette, NJ

Average UV index in December - Gillette, 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
Gillette, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Gillette, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (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
Gillette, NJ

Average visibility in December - Gillette, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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