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Jersey City Weather in December

Jersey City in December sees low temperatures, with highs around 8°C (46°F) and overnight lows of 1°C (34°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 128 mm (5 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Jersey City in December

Historically, the month has about 11 days of rain, averaging 128 mm (5 in) in total. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Jersey City in December

In December, expect low temperatures in Jersey City, with highs of 8°C (46°F) and lows of 1°C (34°F) at night. During December, you'll experience the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 1°C (34°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Jersey City in December

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 141 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

Wind Speed in Jersey City in December

December sees wind speeds averaging 6 m/s (12 knots). You'll experience strong winds that cause whole trees to sway and require effort when walking against them. As an average, expect variation from moderate breezes to particularly windy days that affect daily routines.

Average water temperature in December

At 9°C (48°F), the water is very cold. Most people find it too uncomfortable for anything beyond a brief wade.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. September typically offers the best weather for Jersey City.

Jersey City Temperature in December

Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Water Temperature
9°C (48°F) *
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
128 mm (5 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
64% *
Windspeed
6 m/s (12 knots) *
Sunshine
141 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
48% *
* Data from: New York City, the United States of America (15 KM, 9 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Jersey City in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Jersey City in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. The water temperature sits at about 9°C (48°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Jersey City in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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