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Visiting Ocean County, United States in December

The weather in December is much cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into January. December has average maximum temperatures of 7°C (45°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 75% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.0hrs. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Ocean County.

December has total rainfall of 8.4cm (3.3inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 6.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (51°F). December is too cold for swimming in Ocean County for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in December is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop markedly into January.

Consider visiting Ocean County in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.

Can you sunbathe in Ocean County in December?

No, December is not a good time for sunbathing in Ocean County.

December has average maximum temperatures of 7°C (45°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 75% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.0hrs. December has total rainfall of 8.4cm (3.3inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 6.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

More about December temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Ocean County in December?

No, December is too cold for swimming in Ocean County for any length of time, with the sea water at 11°C (51°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about December sea temperatures.

Is December a good time to holiday in Ocean County?

No, December is not a good time for a holiday in Ocean County.

December has average maximum temperatures of 7°C (45°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 75% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.0hrs. December has total rainfall of 8.4cm (3.3inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 6.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Ocean County. Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (51°F). December is too cold for swimming in Ocean County for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the December temperatures and sunshine.

Is Ocean County warm in December?

No, Ocean County is too cold for sunbathing in December.

The average maximum temperature in Ocean County in December is 7°C (45°F). The average maximum temperature is 12°C (53°) in the previous month and 5°C (40°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Ocean County in December is 2°C (35°F). The average temperature is 7°C (44°F) in the previous month and -1°C (30°F) in the next month.

More info about the December temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Ocean County in December?

The average day light hours per day in Ocean County in December are 9.4. The sunshine percentage is 75% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.0hrs.

More about December sunshine.

Temperature in Ocean County in December

The weather in December is much cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into January. The average maximum temperature in Ocean County in December is 7°C (45°F). The average maximum temperature is 12°C (53°F) in the previous month and 5°C (40°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Ocean County in December is 2°C (35°F). The average temperature is 7°C (44°F) in the previous month and -1°C (30°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Ocean County in December is -3°C (27°F). The minimum temperature is 1°C (34°F) in the previous month and -6°C (21°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Ocean County in December

The days in December are slightly shorter than the previous month. December has slightly less hours of sunshine than the previous month. During December the average day light hours are 9.4 per day in Ocean County. The sunshine percentage is 75% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.0hrs.

The ultraviolet index in Ocean County in December is typically 1.8 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Ocean County in December

The average sea water temperature in Ocean County in December is 10.6°C (51.1°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in December is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop markedly into January.

Rainfall in Ocean County in December

December weather is slightly drier than the previous month. December has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into January. The average total rainfall in Ocean County in December is 8.4cm (3.3inches) and on average there are 6.5 rainy days in December making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Ocean County in December

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Ocean County in December is 2°C (35°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and -2°C (-2°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Ocean County in December is typically 89.1%. The maximum relative humidity is 89.5% in the previous month and 85.3% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Ocean County in December is typically 71.5%. The average relative humidity is 70.9% in the previous month and 66% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Ocean County in December

The average maximum wind speed in Ocean County in December is typically 26KM/H (16MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 23KM/H (14MPH) in the previous month and 25KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Ocean County in December is typically 11KM/H (7MPH). The average wind speed is 9KM/H (6MPH) in the previous month and 11KM/H (7MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Ocean County in December is from the West-Northwest.

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