December weather forecast
South Hackensack, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Hackensack, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). South Hackensack experiences an average low-temperature reading of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In South Hackensack, New Jersey, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in South Hackensack, there are 22.5 snowfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in South Hackensack, New Jersey, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In South Hackensack, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in South Hackensack, New Jersey. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in South Hackensack in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in South Hackensack, New Jersey, during December are 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Hackensack?

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

What is the wettest month in South Hackensack?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in South Hackensack?

In South Hackensack, New Jersey, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in South Hackensack?

In December, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Hackensack?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in South Hackensack?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in South Hackensack?

On the first day of December in South Hackensack, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:29 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 South Hackensack have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in South Hackensack?

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

How high is the UV index in December in South Hackensack?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in South Hackensack is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Hackensack, NJ

Average temperature in December - South Hackensack, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°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 (24.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Hackensack, NJ

Average pressure in December - South Hackensack, 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
South Hackensack, NJ

Average wind speed in December - South Hackensack, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Hackensack, NJ

Average humidity in December - South Hackensack, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Hackensack, NJ

Average rainfall in December - South Hackensack, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Hackensack, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - South Hackensack, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Hackensack, NJ

Average snowfall in December - South Hackensack, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Hackensack, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - South Hackensack, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 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
South Hackensack, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Hackensack, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Hackensack, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - South Hackensack, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Hackensack, NJ

Average UV index in December - South Hackensack, 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
South Hackensack, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - South Hackensack, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
South Hackensack, NJ

Average visibility in December - South Hackensack, 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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