December weather forecast
New Brunswick, NJ

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An aerial panorama of the city of Brunswick, New Jersey, seen with its deep tree cover, a large river, and bridges over the river
An aerial panorama of the city of Brunswick, New Jersey, seen with its deep tree cover, a large river, and bridges over the river

Weather in December

December introduces New Brunswick to the chilly winter season and is the month with the shortest days of the year. The temperature continues to drop, and the city gets wrapped in a winter chill. The first substantial snowfall is likely to occur, setting the stage for the city's traditional white holiday season. As the year draws to a close, New Brunswick switches fully into the winter mode. Despite being the final month, it restarts the cycle where it began in terms of climatic conditions, with a temperature range from 31.8°F (-0.1°C) to 43°F (6.1°C), snowfall of 1.02" (26mm) and relative humidity at 77%, bringing a year of weather full circle.

Temperature

The start of December in New Brunswick comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). An average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In New Brunswick, New Jersey, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in New Brunswick, there are 149.4 rainfall days, and 28.43" (722mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in New Brunswick are January through May, November and December. In New Brunswick, in December, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In New Brunswick, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.3 days and aggregates up to 8.46" (215mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in New Brunswick in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in New Brunswick, is 43°F (6.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in New Brunswick?

The months with the highest humidity in New Brunswick, New Jersey, are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in New Brunswick?

In New Brunswick, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in New Brunswick in December?

In New Brunswick, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in New Brunswick?

In New Brunswick, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in New Brunswick?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in New Brunswick?

In New Brunswick, New Jersey, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in New Brunswick?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does New Brunswick have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in New Brunswick, New Jersey, is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in New Brunswick?

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 New Brunswick?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in New Brunswick is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
New Brunswick, NJ

Average temperature in December - New Brunswick, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
New Brunswick, NJ

Average pressure in December - New Brunswick, 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
New Brunswick, NJ

Average wind speed in December - New Brunswick, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
New Brunswick, NJ

Average humidity in December - New Brunswick, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
New Brunswick, NJ

Average rainfall in December - New Brunswick, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
New Brunswick, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - New Brunswick, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
New Brunswick, NJ

Average snowfall in December - New Brunswick, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
New Brunswick, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - New Brunswick, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
New Brunswick, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Brunswick, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
New Brunswick, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - New Brunswick, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
New Brunswick, NJ

Average UV index in December - New Brunswick, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
New Brunswick, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - New Brunswick, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
New Brunswick, NJ

Average visibility in December - New Brunswick, 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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