December weather forecast
University Heights, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in University Heights, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in University Heights's average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). University Heights registers a consistent average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) during December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In University Heights, New Jersey, in December, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 106.1 rainfall days, and 8.31" (211mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in University Heights. Snow falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) 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 7:02 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in University Heights?

The high-temperature during December is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in University Heights?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in University Heights.

What is the average humidity in December in University Heights?

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

How much does it rain in University Heights in December?

In December, in University Heights, New Jersey, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in University Heights?

The month with the most snowfall in University Heights, New Jersey, is December, when snow falls for 2.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow in University Heights?

December is the first month it typically snows in University Heights, New Jersey. Throughout December, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in University Heights?

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

How many hours of daylight does University Heights have in December?

In University Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in University Heights?

On the first day of December in University Heights, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in University Heights?

In University Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in University Heights?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in University Heights?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in University Heights is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
University Heights, NJ

Average temperature in December - University Heights, 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 (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in December
University Heights, NJ

Average pressure in December - University Heights, 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
University Heights, NJ

Average wind speed in December - University Heights, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
University Heights, NJ

Average humidity in December - University Heights, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
University Heights, NJ

Average rainfall in December - University Heights, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
University Heights, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - University Heights, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
University Heights, NJ

Average snowfall in December - University Heights, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
University Heights, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - University Heights, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.3 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
University Heights, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - University Heights, 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 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
University Heights, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - University Heights, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (15.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
University Heights, NJ

Average UV index in December - University Heights, 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
University Heights, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - University Heights, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
University Heights, NJ

Average visibility in December - University Heights, 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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