December weather forecast
Wharton, NJ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Wharton, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

Wharton's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). In Wharton, the expected average low-temperature for December is a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Wharton are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wharton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.9 days and collects up to 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wharton, there are 18.1 snowfall days, and 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Wharton in December?

December temperatures in Wharton vary between a high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Wharton?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in Wharton.

What is the average humidity in December in Wharton?

In Wharton, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wharton?

In Wharton, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Wharton?

In Wharton, New Jersey, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wharton?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Wharton.

How many hours of daylight does Wharton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Wharton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wharton?

In Wharton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Wharton?

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

Average temperature in December - Wharton, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Wharton, NJ

Average pressure in December - Wharton, 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
Wharton, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Wharton, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Wharton, NJ

Average humidity in December - Wharton, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Wharton, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Wharton, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
Wharton, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Wharton, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wharton, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Wharton, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wharton, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Wharton, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Wharton, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Wharton, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (18.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Wharton, NJ

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Wharton, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Wharton, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Wharton, NJ

Average visibility in December - Wharton, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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