December weather forecastStanhope, NJ
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Stanhope, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).Temperature
December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) during December nights.Humidity
February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Stanhope, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.3 rainfall days, and 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Stanhope, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.2 snowfall days, and 19.61" (498mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, 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 4:41 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Stanhope, 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).
Average pressure in December
Stanhope, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Stanhope, 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).
Average humidity in December
Stanhope, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Stanhope, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
Stanhope, 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).
Average snowfall in December
Stanhope, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
Stanhope, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Stanhope, NJ
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 42min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Stanhope, 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).
Average UV index in December
Stanhope, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Stanhope, 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).
Average visibility in December
Stanhope, 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).
