December weather forecast
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45°F (7.2°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, Point Pleasant Beach records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). Throughout December, Point Pleasant Beach's nights experience a slight temperature dip to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Point Pleasant Beach, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Point Pleasant Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 34.13" (867mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Point Pleasant Beach. In Point Pleasant Beach, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Point Pleasant Beach, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.1 days and aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Point Pleasant Beach, the average seawater temperature in December is 48°F (8.9°C).
Note: Swimming in 48°F (8.9°C) is deemed hazardous. Exposure to temperatures below 50°F (10°C) leads to immediate severe cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Point Pleasant Beach is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, in Point Pleasant Beach, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Point Pleasant Beach, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Point Pleasant Beach in December?

In Point Pleasant Beach, 45°F (7.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 37°F (2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Point Pleasant Beach?

In December, the average relative humidity in Point Pleasant Beach is 76%.

How much does it rain in Point Pleasant Beach in December?

In Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Point Pleasant Beach?

In Point Pleasant Beach, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in December in Point Pleasant Beach?

In Point Pleasant Beach, in December, the average water temperature is 48°F (8.9°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Point Pleasant Beach?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Point Pleasant Beach.

How many hours of daylight does Point Pleasant Beach have in December?

In Point Pleasant Beach, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Point Pleasant Beach?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Point Pleasant Beach have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Point Pleasant Beach is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Point Pleasant Beach?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Point Pleasant Beach?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average temperature in December - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average pressure in December - Point Pleasant 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
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average humidity in December - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average sea temperature in December - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.4°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Point Pleasant 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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average UV index in December - Point Pleasant 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

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

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Average visibility in December
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Average visibility in December - Point Pleasant 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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