December weather forecast
Shippenport, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shippenport, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average high of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

Shippenport's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C). In the month of December, Shippenport witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Shippenport are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Shippenport, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Shippenport, there are 162.3 rainfall days, and 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Shippenport. In Shippenport, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow. In Shippenport, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.2 days and aggregates up to 19.61" (498mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, in Shippenport, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Shippenport, New Jersey, is 4.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Shippenport in December?

In December, in Shippenport, the average high-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Shippenport?

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Shippenport?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Shippenport?

In Shippenport, New Jersey, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Shippenport in December?

In Shippenport, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shippenport?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

In Shippenport, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shippenport?

On the first day of December in Shippenport, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shippenport have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Shippenport?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Shippenport.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shippenport?

In Shippenport, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shippenport, NJ

Average temperature in December - Shippenport, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shippenport, NJ

Average pressure in December - Shippenport, 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
Shippenport, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Shippenport, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shippenport, NJ

Average humidity in December - Shippenport, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shippenport, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Shippenport, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shippenport, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Shippenport, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shippenport, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Shippenport, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shippenport, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Shippenport, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shippenport, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shippenport, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shippenport, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Shippenport, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shippenport, NJ

Average UV index in December - Shippenport, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Shippenport, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Shippenport, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Shippenport, NJ

Average visibility in December - Shippenport, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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