December weather forecast
Kingston, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kingston, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). Kingston's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kingston, 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 Kingston, New Jersey, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.4 snowfall days, and 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Kingston, 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.

Sunshine

In Kingston, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Kingston. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kingston in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Kingston, is 43°F (6.1°C), while 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 relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kingston?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kingston?

In December, in Kingston, New Jersey, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Kingston in December?

In December, in Kingston, New Jersey, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kingston?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kingston.

How many hours of daylight does Kingston have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Kingston?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 many hours of sunshine does Kingston have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Kingston?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Kingston, New Jersey, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kingston, NJ

Average temperature in December - Kingston, 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
Kingston, NJ

Average pressure in December - Kingston, 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
Kingston, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Kingston, 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
Kingston, NJ

Average humidity in December - Kingston, 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
Kingston, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Kingston, 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
Kingston, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Kingston, 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
Kingston, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Kingston, 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
Kingston, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Kingston, 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
Kingston, NJ

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

Average sunshine days in December - Kingston, 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
Kingston, NJ

Average UV index in December - Kingston, 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
Kingston, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Kingston, 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
Kingston, NJ

Average visibility in December - Kingston, 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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