December weather forecast
Keyport, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Keyport, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally drops from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). In the month of December, the average temperature in Keyport dips to a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Keyport, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Keyport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Keyport are January through April, November and December. In Keyport, during December, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.9 snowfall days, and 6.34" (161mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature in Keyport, New Jersey, is 48°F (8.9°C).
Note: You can swim in 48°F (8.9°C) below 50°F (10°C) with proper thermal wear; failing that, the cold shock and respiratory challenges are nearly certain. A short span at 55.4°F (13°C) without it is tough.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Keyport during December?

December temperatures in Keyport vary between a high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Keyport?

In Keyport, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Keyport?

In Keyport, New Jersey, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Keyport in December?

In Keyport, in December, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Keyport?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Keyport is 48°F (8.9°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Keyport?

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

How many hours of daylight does Keyport have in December?

The average day length in December in Keyport, New Jersey, is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Keyport?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Keyport, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Keyport?

The average sunshine duration in December in Keyport, New Jersey, is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Keyport?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Keyport?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Keyport, New Jersey, is 2. A UV Index 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
Keyport, NJ

Average temperature in December - Keyport, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°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 (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Keyport, NJ

Average pressure in December - Keyport, 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
Keyport, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Keyport, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Keyport, NJ

Average humidity in December - Keyport, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April, August and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Keyport, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Keyport, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Keyport, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Keyport, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Keyport, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Keyport, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Keyport, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Keyport, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Keyport, NJ

Average sea temperature in December - Keyport, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.4°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Keyport, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Keyport, NJ

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Keyport, NJ

Average UV index in December - Keyport, 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
Keyport, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Keyport, 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 30).

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Average visibility in December
Keyport, NJ

Average visibility in December - Keyport, 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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