December weather forecastOcean Gate, NJ
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Ocean Gate, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).Temperature
In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). A mild drop to an average of 37.8°F (3.2°C) marks the nights during December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Ocean Gate, New Jersey, in December, during 1.9 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.1 snowfall days, and 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Ocean Gate, in December, the average water temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C).Note: Swimming in 48.6°F (9.2°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Ocean Gate is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Ocean Gate is 5.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Ocean Gate, NJ
- Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 37.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Ocean Gate, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Ocean Gate, NJ
- Average wind speed in December: 12.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Ocean Gate, NJ
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Ocean Gate, NJ
- Average rainfall in December: 3.7"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").
Average rainfall days in December
Ocean Gate, NJ
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ocean Gate, NJ
- Average snowfall in December: 1.1"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ocean Gate, NJ
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Ocean Gate, NJ
- Average sea temperature in December: 48.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.8°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ocean Gate, NJ
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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 6min
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 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ocean Gate, NJ
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Ocean Gate, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Ocean Gate, NJ
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Ocean Gate, 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).
