December weather forecast
Highland Lakes, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Highland Lakes, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 48°F (8.9°C) in November to an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C). Highland Lakes throughout December, records an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in Highland Lakes.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.5 rainfall days, and 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Highland Lakes, New Jersey, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow. In Highland Lakes, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 19.53" (496mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Highland Lakes, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Highland Lakes?

The high-temperature in Highland Lakes during December is 38.7°F (3.7°C) and the low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Highland Lakes?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months in Highland Lakes, New Jersey.

What is the average humidity in December in Highland Lakes?

In December, the average relative humidity in Highland Lakes, New Jersey, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Highland Lakes?

In Highland Lakes, New Jersey, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Highland Lakes in December?

In December, in Highland Lakes, New Jersey, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Highland Lakes?

December has the shortest days of the year in Highland Lakes, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Highland Lakes?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Highland Lakes?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Highland Lakes?

In Highland Lakes, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Highland Lakes?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Highland Lakes, New Jersey, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Highland Lakes?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Highland Lakes, New Jersey, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average temperature in December - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average pressure in December - Highland Lakes, 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
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average humidity in December - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 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
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Highland Lakes, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average UV index in December - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average visibility in December - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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