December weather forecast
Andover, CT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Andover, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and an average low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). In Andover, an average nighttime temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Andover, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Andover, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.6 days and aggregates up to 15.98" (406mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Andover, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Andover.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

Andover in December has an average high-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Andover, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Andover, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Andover have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Andover have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
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Average temperature in December
Andover, CT

Average temperature in December - Andover, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Andover, CT

Average pressure in December - Andover, CT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Andover, CT

Average wind speed in December - Andover, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Andover, CT

Average humidity in December - Andover, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Andover, CT

Average rainfall in December - Andover, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Andover, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Andover, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Andover, CT

Average snowfall in December - Andover, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Andover, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Andover, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Andover, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Andover, CT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Andover, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Andover, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Andover, CT

Average UV index in December - Andover, CT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Andover, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Andover, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, May and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Andover, CT

Average visibility in December - Andover, CT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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