December weather forecast
Riverton, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Riverton, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Throughout December, Riverton experiences a low-temperature average of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Riverton, New Jersey, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Riverton, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In Riverton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.8 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Riverton, New Jersey, are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. In Riverton, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.8 days and aggregates up to 8.5" (216mm) of snow.

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 Riverton, 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.

Sunshine

In Riverton, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Riverton 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 rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Riverton?

During December, Riverton experiences an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Riverton?

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

How much does it rain in Riverton in December?

In Riverton, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Riverton?

In Riverton, New Jersey, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Riverton?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Riverton?

The average day length in December in Riverton is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Riverton?

On the first day of December in Riverton, 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 long on average sun shines in December in Riverton?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Riverton?

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

Average temperature in December - Riverton, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Riverton, NJ

Average pressure in December - Riverton, 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
Riverton, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Riverton, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Riverton, NJ

Average humidity in December - Riverton, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Riverton, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Riverton, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Riverton, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Riverton, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Riverton, NJ

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Riverton, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Riverton, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Riverton, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Riverton, 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
Riverton, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Riverton, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Riverton, NJ

Average UV index in December - Riverton, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Riverton, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Riverton, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Riverton, NJ

Average visibility in December - Riverton, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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