December weather forecast
Westwood, NJ

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C). The average temperature during December nights in Westwood is registered at a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Westwood 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 Westwood. In December, in Westwood, New Jersey, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28 snowfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Westwood, the average sunshine in December 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 Westwood. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
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. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Westwood in December?

During December, Westwood experiences an average high-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C) and a low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Westwood?

The months with the highest humidity in Westwood are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Westwood?

In December, the average relative humidity in Westwood, New Jersey, is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Westwood?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Westwood, New Jersey. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Westwood in December?

In Westwood, New Jersey, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Westwood?

In Westwood, New Jersey, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Westwood?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Westwood?

The average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Westwood?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:28 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 Westwood have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Westwood, New Jersey, is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Westwood?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Westwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Westwood is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Westwood, NJ

Average temperature in December - Westwood, 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
Westwood, NJ

Average pressure in December - Westwood, 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
Westwood, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Westwood, 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
Westwood, NJ

Average humidity in December - Westwood, 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
Westwood, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Westwood, 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
Westwood, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Westwood, 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
Westwood, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Westwood, 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
Westwood, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Westwood, 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
Westwood, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Westwood, 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
Westwood, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Westwood, 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
Westwood, NJ

Average UV index in December - Westwood, 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
Westwood, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Westwood, 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
Westwood, NJ

Average visibility in December - Westwood, 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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