December weather forecast
Princeton Junction, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Princeton Junction, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 43°F (6.1°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December aligns with a soft reduction in the average high-temperature, gently falling from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). Throughout December, Princeton Junction witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Princeton Junction is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Princeton Junction, New Jersey, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 119.3 rainfall days, and 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Princeton Junction, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Princeton Junction, New Jersey, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.4 days and aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Princeton Junction is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Princeton Junction?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Princeton Junction, New Jersey, during December are 43°F (6.1°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Princeton Junction?

The average relative humidity in December in Princeton Junction, New Jersey, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Princeton Junction?

In December, in Princeton Junction, New Jersey, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Princeton Junction in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Princeton Junction?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Princeton Junction.

What is the average length of the day in December in Princeton Junction?

In Princeton Junction, New Jersey, the average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Princeton Junction?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Princeton Junction?

In Princeton Junction, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Princeton Junction?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Princeton Junction?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Princeton Junction, NJ

Average temperature in December - Princeton Junction, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Princeton Junction, NJ

Average pressure in December - Princeton Junction, 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
Princeton Junction, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Princeton Junction, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Princeton Junction, NJ

Average humidity in December - Princeton Junction, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Princeton Junction, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Princeton Junction, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Princeton Junction, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Princeton Junction, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Princeton Junction, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Princeton Junction, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Princeton Junction, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Princeton Junction, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Princeton Junction, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Princeton Junction, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Princeton Junction, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Princeton Junction, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Princeton Junction, NJ

Average UV index in December - Princeton Junction, 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
Princeton Junction, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Princeton Junction, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Princeton Junction, NJ

Average visibility in December - Princeton Junction, 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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