Essex County (Newark)
December
Weather in Essex County, New Jersey for December 2026
Your guide to Essex County weather in December - trends and predictions
With an average of 5 snowy days, Essex County usually enjoys a light touch of snow in December.
In general, the average temperature in Essex County at the beginning of December is 4.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 5.4 °C by the end of December.
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10
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16
Rainy days
5
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5°/-1°
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19 km/h
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75 %
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Essex County Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Essex County
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December weather in Essex County day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Overcast | 5° /-1° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 2 |  Fog | 6° /1° | 44.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 3 |  Sunny | 7° /1° | 12.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 4 | Overcast | 5° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 5 | Overcast | 3° /-2° | 8.2 mm | 1.8 cm | |
| Dec. 6 |  Freezing fog | 3° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 7 | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 8 | Freezing fog | 5° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 9 | Fog | 6° /-1° | 8.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 10 |  Light rain shower | 9° /2° | 9.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 11 |  Light sleet | 9° /2° | 25.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 12 |  Partly cloudy | 5° /-2° | 3.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 13 | Partly cloudy | 3° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 14 | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Overcast | 4° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 16 | Overcast | 7° /1° | 15.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 17 | Light rain shower | 9° /3° | 14 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 18 | Fog | 9° /0° | 22 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 19 |  Light snow | 7° /0° | 15.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 20 | Sunny | 4° /-2° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 21 | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 22 | Overcast | 3° /-3° | 3.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 23 |  Heavy rain at times | 5° /-4° | 7.1 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 25 |  Cloudy | 3° /-3° | 1.1 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Overcast | 2° /-4° | 3 mm | 2.2 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Cloudy | 4° /-1° | 13 mm | 5 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Sunny | 5° /0° | 16.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Cloudy | 10° /2° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Overcast | 8° /2° | 14.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 31 | Patchy rain possible | 6° /0° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Essex County in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Essex County forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Essex County in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Essex County during December?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 5° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Essex County during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 245.8 mm is expected in Essex County during December, occurring over more than 16 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Essex County in December 2026?
Essex County experiences an average snowfall of 10.0033 cm during December, occurring over 5 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Essex County during December?
The average wind speed in Essex County during December is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Essex County snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Essex County sees 5 snowy days during December, with approximately 10 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Essex County
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Typically, Essex County has 16 rainy days in December with a total of 245.8 mm of rainfall.
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