December weather forecast
Long Branch, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Long Branch, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). Long Branch's nocturnal readings in December exhibit minimal variation from the daytime temperatures, averaging at an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Long Branch, New Jersey, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Long Branch, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.1 rainfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October and December. The month with the most snowfall in Long Branch, New Jersey, is December, when snow falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Long Branch, New Jersey, in December, the average water temperature is 48.2°F (9°C).
Note: Swimming in 48.2°F (9°C) feels unbearing at 55.4°F (13°C) and can be life-risking below 50°F (10°C), causing breathing issues and cold shock, depending on a person's capacity.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Long Branch, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Long Branch. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Long Branch?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Long Branch, is 44.4°F (6.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Long Branch?

The average relative humidity in December in Long Branch is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Long Branch?

In Long Branch, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Long Branch?

The month with the most snowfall in Long Branch is December, when snow falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing in Long Branch?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 3.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Long Branch?

In Long Branch, the average seawater temperature in December is 48.2°F (9°C). Swimming in 48.2°F (9°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Long Branch?

The month with the shortest days in Long Branch, New Jersey, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Long Branch have in December?

In December, the average day length in Long Branch, New Jersey, is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Long Branch?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Long Branch, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Long Branch?

The average sunshine duration in December in Long Branch, New Jersey, is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Long Branch?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Long Branch?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Long Branch, NJ

Average temperature in December - Long Branch, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Long Branch, NJ

Average pressure in December - Long Branch, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Long Branch, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Long Branch, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Long Branch, NJ

Average humidity in December - Long Branch, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Long Branch, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Long Branch, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Long Branch, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Long Branch, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Long Branch, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Long Branch, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Long Branch, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Long Branch, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Long Branch, NJ

Average sea temperature in December - Long Branch, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.1°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Long Branch, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Long Branch, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Long Branch, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Long Branch, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Long Branch, NJ

Average UV index in December - Long Branch, 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
Long Branch, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Long Branch, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Long Branch, NJ

Average visibility in December - Long Branch, 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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