December weather forecast
Bridgewater, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Bridgewater, Connecticut, with an average temperature varying between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a freezing cold 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Bridgewater, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bridgewater, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.1 days and collects up to 36.3" (922mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bridgewater are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bridgewater, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.6 days and aggregates up to 15.43" (392mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bridgewater.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bridgewater, records 38.7°F (3.7°C), while the low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bridgewater, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bridgewater, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bridgewater, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 Bridgewater have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Bridgewater, CT

Average temperature in December - Bridgewater, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°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
Bridgewater, CT

Average pressure in December - Bridgewater, 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
Bridgewater, CT

Average wind speed in December - Bridgewater, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Bridgewater, CT

Average humidity in December - Bridgewater, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

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

Average rainfall in December
Bridgewater, CT

Average rainfall in December - Bridgewater, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Bridgewater, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Bridgewater, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bridgewater, CT

Average snowfall in December - Bridgewater, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

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
Bridgewater, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bridgewater, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bridgewater, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Bridgewater, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Bridgewater, CT

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Bridgewater, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Bridgewater, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Bridgewater, CT

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

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

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