December weather forecast
Ashford, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Ashford, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.2°F (4°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a wintry 39.2°F (4°C). During December, Ashford experiences an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) at night.

Humidity

In Ashford, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ashford, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ashford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.3 days and collects up to 9.33" (237mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ashford, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.5 snowfall days, and 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In Ashford, in December, the average high-temperature is 39.2°F (4°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ashford, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ashford in December?

In Ashford, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) 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 in Ashford.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Ashford, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

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 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Ashford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ashford, CT

Average temperature in December - Ashford, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Ashford, CT

Average pressure in December - Ashford, 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
Ashford, CT

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

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

Average humidity in December
Ashford, CT

Average humidity in December - Ashford, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Ashford, CT

Average rainfall in December - Ashford, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Ashford, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Ashford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ashford, CT

Average snowfall in December - Ashford, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ashford, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Ashford, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ashford, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ashford, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Ashford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Ashford, CT

Average UV index in December - Ashford, 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
Ashford, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Ashford, 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 34).

Average visibility in December
Ashford, CT

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

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

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