December weather forecast
Trenton, NJ

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A full aerial view of Trenton, New Jersey, with the George Washington statue
A full aerial view of Trenton, New Jersey, with the George Washington statue

Weather in December

December, being the final month of the year, delivers Trenton's trademark cold winters. The city grapples with the freezing temperatures, plunging to an average low of 32°F (0°C). Highs barely cross the mid-40s with a usual maximum of 43.2°F (6.2°C). Interestingly, December records 3.15in of rainfall, the highest for the year. Though the frosty weather keeps most people indoors, it's the festive season's joy that keeps Trenton lively and attractive.

Temperature

During the shift to December in Trenton, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). An average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) marks the month of December in Trenton, New Jersey.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Trenton, New Jersey, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Trenton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.8 days and collects up to 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Trenton, New Jersey, are January through May, October through December. In Trenton, New Jersey, during December, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.6 snowfall days, and 8.86" (225mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Trenton?

The high-temperature in Trenton, New Jersey, during December is 43.2°F (6.2°C) and the low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Trenton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Trenton is 77%.

How much does it rain in Trenton in December?

In Trenton, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Trenton in December?

In Trenton, New Jersey, in December, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Trenton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Trenton, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

In Trenton, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Trenton?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Trenton?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Trenton, New Jersey, is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Trenton?

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 intensity in December in Trenton?

In Trenton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Trenton, NJ

Average temperature in December - Trenton, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Trenton, NJ

Average pressure in December - Trenton, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Trenton, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Trenton, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Trenton, NJ

Average humidity in December - Trenton, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Trenton, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Trenton, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Trenton, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Trenton, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Trenton, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Trenton, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Trenton, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Trenton, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Trenton, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Trenton, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Trenton, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Trenton, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Trenton, NJ

Average UV index in December - Trenton, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Trenton, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Trenton, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Trenton, NJ

Average visibility in December - Trenton, 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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