December weather forecast
Canton, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Canton, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C). Canton experiences a nighttime temperature average of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Canton, Connecticut, is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Canton, Connecticut, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.1 snowfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Canton, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Canton are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Canton?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Canton, Connecticut, are 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Canton?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Canton?

The month with the most rainfall in Canton is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Canton in December?

In Canton, Connecticut, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Canton?

In Canton, Connecticut, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Canton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Canton have in December?

In Canton, the average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Canton?

On the first day of December in Canton, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Canton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Canton, Connecticut, is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Canton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Canton?

In Canton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Canton, CT

Average temperature in December - Canton, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°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 (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Canton, CT

Average pressure in December - Canton, 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
Canton, CT

Average wind speed in December - Canton, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Canton, CT

Average humidity in December - Canton, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Canton, CT

Average rainfall in December - Canton, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Canton, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Canton, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Canton, CT

Average snowfall in December - Canton, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Canton, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Canton, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Canton, 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 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
Canton, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Canton, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Canton, CT

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

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Canton, CT

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

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

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