December weather forecastWest Caldwell, NJ
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in West Caldwell, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).Temperature
December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) to an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C). During the month of December, West Caldwell anticipates a mean low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In West Caldwell, New Jersey, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Caldwell, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 27.4" (696mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. In West Caldwell, New Jersey, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.3 days and aggregates up to 9.96" (253mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days 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 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in West Caldwell are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
West Caldwell, NJ
- Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).
Average pressure in December
West Caldwell, 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
West Caldwell, NJ
- Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in December
West Caldwell, NJ
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (73%).
Average rainfall in December
West Caldwell, NJ
- Average rainfall in December: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.57").
Average rainfall days in December
West Caldwell, NJ
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
West Caldwell, NJ
- Average snowfall in December: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
West Caldwell, NJ
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Caldwell, 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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
West Caldwell, NJ
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).
Average UV index in December
West Caldwell, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
West Caldwell, NJ
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
West Caldwell, 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).
