December weather forecast
Botsford, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Botsford, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Botsford sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Botsford. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Botsford are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated. In Botsford, Connecticut, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.5 days and aggregates up to 17.01" (432mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Botsford is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Botsford is 4.7h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Botsford?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Botsford, Connecticut, during December are 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Botsford?

The average relative humidity in December in Botsford, Connecticut, is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Botsford?

The month with the most rainfall in Botsford, Connecticut, is December, when the rain falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Botsford?

In Botsford, Connecticut, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Botsford in December?

In December, in Botsford, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Botsford?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Botsford?

In Botsford, the average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Botsford?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Botsford, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Botsford?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Botsford?

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 Botsford?

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

Average temperature in December - Botsford, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Botsford, CT

Average pressure in December - Botsford, CT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Botsford, CT

Average wind speed in December - Botsford, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Botsford, CT

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Botsford, CT

Average rainfall in December - Botsford, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Botsford, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Botsford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Botsford, CT

Average snowfall in December - Botsford, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Botsford, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Botsford, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Botsford, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Botsford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Botsford, CT

Average UV index in December - Botsford, 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
Botsford, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Botsford, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Botsford, CT

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

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

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