December weather forecast
Jackson, NJ

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Golden and brown tree leaves, car lights on the freeway, lights from the afar fun park, and the calm lake in Jackson, New Jersey
Golden and brown tree leaves, car lights on the freeway, lights from the afar fun park, and the calm lake in Jackson, New Jersey

Weather in December

The winter chill seizes December entirely, making it one of the two coldest periods in Jackson along with January. Its stark contrast to the mild weather witnessed in November underscores the arrival of the harsh winter season. Daylight becomes a rare sight, leaving the city under early dusk. With rainfall of about 4.5" (114mm), one can expect a fair share of snow, dressing Jackson in a blanket of white for the holiday season. As the year concludes, the carriage of cold weather from December into the New Year sets an undeniably festive mood.

Temperature

Transition into December in Jackson marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 57°F (13.9°C) in November to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). During December, Jackson records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Rainfall

During December, Jackson regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Jackson, 49.21" (1250mm) of rain is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Jackson?

Jackson in December has an average high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

How much does it rain in Jackson in December?

During December, Jackson regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Jackson?

December has the shortest days of the year in Jackson, New Jersey, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Jackson have in December?

In December, the average day length in Jackson, New Jersey, is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Jackson?

On the first day of December in Jackson, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Average temperature in December
Jackson, NJ

Average temperature in December - Jackson, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22°F).

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Average rainfall in December
Jackson, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Jackson, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (3.3").

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Average daylight in December
Jackson, NJ

Average daylight in December - Jackson, 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 24min).

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