December weather forecast
Monmouth Beach, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Monmouth Beach, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.3°F (2.4°C) and max 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Monmouth Beach documents a consistent average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) at night during December.

Humidity

In Monmouth Beach, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Monmouth Beach, New Jersey, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Monmouth Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.1 days and collects up to 11.14" (283mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October and December are months with snowfall in Monmouth Beach. The month with the most snowfall in Monmouth Beach is December, when snow falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48.2°F (9°C).
Note: In 48.2°F (9°C), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 50°F (10°C).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Monmouth Beach. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Monmouth Beach during December?

The high-temperature during December is 44.4°F (6.9°C) and the low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Monmouth Beach?

In Monmouth Beach, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Monmouth Beach?

In Monmouth Beach, New Jersey, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Monmouth Beach?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow in Monmouth Beach?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 3.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Monmouth Beach?

In Monmouth Beach, the average seawater temperature in December is 48.2°F (9°C). Swimming in 48.2°F (9°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Monmouth Beach?

The month with the shortest days in Monmouth Beach is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Monmouth Beach?

The average day length in December in Monmouth Beach is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Monmouth Beach?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Monmouth Beach have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Monmouth Beach, New Jersey, is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Monmouth Beach?

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 Monmouth Beach?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average temperature in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average pressure in December - Monmouth Beach, 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
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average humidity in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average sea temperature in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.1°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monmouth Beach, 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).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average UV index in December - Monmouth Beach, 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
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Monmouth Beach, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Monmouth Beach, NJ

Average visibility in December - Monmouth Beach, 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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