December weather forecast
River Edge, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in River Edge, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.9°F (5.5°C) and min 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). River Edge's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In River Edge, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in River Edge, New Jersey. Rain falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in River Edge, New Jersey. In River Edge, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In River Edge, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.9 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in River Edge, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 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 radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in River Edge during December?

During December, River Edge experiences an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in River Edge?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in River Edge?

The month with the most rainfall in River Edge is December, when the rain falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in River Edge?

In River Edge, New Jersey, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in River Edge in December?

In River Edge, New Jersey, in December, during 4.2 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in River Edge?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in River Edge.

What is the average length of the day in December in River Edge?

In December, the average day length in River Edge, New Jersey, is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in River Edge?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does River Edge have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in River Edge?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in River Edge?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in River Edge, New Jersey, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
River Edge, NJ

Average temperature in December - River Edge, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°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 (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
River Edge, NJ

Average pressure in December - River Edge, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
River Edge, NJ

Average wind speed in December - River Edge, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
River Edge, NJ

Average humidity in December - River Edge, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
River Edge, NJ

Average rainfall in December - River Edge, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
River Edge, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - River Edge, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
River Edge, NJ

Average snowfall in December - River Edge, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
River Edge, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - River Edge, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
River Edge, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - River Edge, NJ
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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
River Edge, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - River Edge, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
River Edge, NJ

Average UV index in December - River Edge, 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
River Edge, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - River Edge, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
River Edge, NJ

Average visibility in December - River Edge, 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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