December weather forecast
Riverside, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Riverside, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.2°F (6.8°C) and min 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

December marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from November's fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout December nights, Riverside experiences a consistent temperature average of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Riverside.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Riverside. In Riverside, during December, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Riverside, there are 19.1 snowfall days, and 8.9" (226mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Riverside.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

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, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Riverside during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Riverside during December are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Riverside?

The months with the highest humidity in Riverside, New Jersey, are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Riverside?

In December, the average relative humidity in Riverside, New Jersey, is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Riverside?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Riverside, New Jersey. Rain falls for 11 days and accumulates 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Riverside?

In Riverside, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Riverside in December?

In Riverside, New Jersey, during December, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Riverside?

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

How many hours of daylight does Riverside have in December?

In Riverside, New Jersey, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Riverside?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Riverside have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Riverside?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Riverside?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Riverside, NJ

Average temperature in December - Riverside, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°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 (25.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Riverside, NJ

Average pressure in December - Riverside, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Riverside, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Riverside, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Riverside, NJ

Average humidity in December - Riverside, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Riverside, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Riverside, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Riverside, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Riverside, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Riverside, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Riverside, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Riverside, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Riverside, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Riverside, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Riverside, 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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Riverside, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Riverside, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Riverside, NJ

Average UV index in December - Riverside, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Riverside, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Riverside, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

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

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Average visibility in December
Riverside, NJ

Average visibility in December - Riverside, 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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