December weather forecast
Ocean Gate, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Ocean Gate, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Ocean Gate's nights in December maintain a consistent average of 37.8°F (3.2°C), demonstrating a minimal differential from its daytime temperature.

Humidity

In Ocean Gate, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ocean Gate are January through April, November and December. In Ocean Gate, in December, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.1 snowfall days, and 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C).
Note: In 48.6°F (9.2°C), even brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) feels biting, and anything less than 50°F (10°C) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ocean Gate, 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 Ocean Gate, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ocean Gate, New Jersey, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. 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

What is the usual temperature for Ocean Gate in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ocean Gate are 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Ocean Gate?

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

What is the rainiest month in Ocean Gate?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Ocean Gate in December?

In Ocean Gate, New Jersey, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ocean Gate?

In Ocean Gate, in December, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in December in Ocean Gate?

In Ocean Gate, New Jersey, in December, the average water temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C). 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.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ocean Gate?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Ocean Gate?

In Ocean Gate, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ocean Gate?

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.

How many hours of sunshine does Ocean Gate have in December?

In Ocean Gate, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ocean Gate?

The months with the lowest UV index in Ocean Gate, New Jersey, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Ocean Gate?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ocean Gate, New Jersey, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

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).

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Average pressure in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

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).

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Average humidity in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

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).

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Average sea temperature in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ocean Gate, 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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

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).

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Average UV index in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

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).

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Average visibility in December
Ocean Gate, NJ

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).

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