December weather forecast
Upper Saddle River, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) to an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Upper Saddle River.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Upper Saddle River, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28 snowfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Upper Saddle River is December, 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 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, in Upper Saddle River, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Upper Saddle River is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Upper Saddle River. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Upper Saddle River?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Upper Saddle River, is 40.8°F (4.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Upper Saddle River?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Upper Saddle River, New Jersey.

What is the average humidity in December in Upper Saddle River?

In Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Upper Saddle River?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Upper Saddle River?

In Upper Saddle River, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Upper Saddle River in December?

In December, in Upper Saddle River, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Upper Saddle River?

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 Upper Saddle River?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Upper Saddle River?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Upper Saddle River?

In Upper Saddle River, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Upper Saddle River?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Upper Saddle River?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Upper Saddle River, NJ

Average temperature in December - Upper Saddle River, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Upper Saddle River, NJ

Average pressure in December - Upper Saddle River, 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
Upper Saddle River, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Upper Saddle River, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Upper Saddle River, NJ

Average humidity in December - Upper Saddle River, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Upper Saddle River, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Upper Saddle River, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Upper Saddle River, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Upper Saddle River, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Upper Saddle River, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Upper Saddle River, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Upper Saddle River, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Upper Saddle River, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Upper Saddle River, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Upper Saddle River, 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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Upper Saddle River, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Upper Saddle River, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Upper Saddle River, NJ

Average UV index in December - Upper Saddle River, 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
Upper Saddle River, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Upper Saddle River, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Upper Saddle River, NJ

Average visibility in December - Upper Saddle River, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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