December weather forecast
Heathcote, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Heathcote, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 43°F (6.1°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is noted in Heathcote during the month of December.

Humidity

In Heathcote, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Heathcote, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Heathcote, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.3 days and collects up to 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Heathcote, New Jersey, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Heathcote, there are 16.4 snowfall days, and 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Heathcote.
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, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Heathcote?

In Heathcote, in December, the average high-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Heathcote?

In Heathcote, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Heathcote in December?

In Heathcote, New Jersey, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Heathcote?

In Heathcote, New Jersey, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Heathcote?

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

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

In Heathcote, New Jersey, the average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Heathcote?

On the first day of December in Heathcote, New Jersey, 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 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Heathcote?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Heathcote is 5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Heathcote?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Heathcote is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average temperature in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average pressure in December - Heathcote, 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
Heathcote, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average humidity in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Heathcote, 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: 5h and 0min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Heathcote, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average UV index in December - Heathcote, 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
Heathcote, NJ

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Heathcote, NJ

Average visibility in December - Heathcote, 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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