December weather forecast
Cobalt, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Cobalt, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in Cobalt's average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C). In Cobalt, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Cobalt is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Cobalt is December, when the rain falls for 11.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cobalt, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.4 days and aggregates up to 14.76" (375mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Cobalt is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Cobalt 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 in Cobalt. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Cobalt?

During December, Cobalt experiences an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cobalt?

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

What is the rainiest month in Cobalt?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Cobalt. Rain falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cobalt in December?

In Cobalt, in December, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Cobalt?

In Cobalt, Connecticut, in December, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cobalt?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cobalt have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Cobalt?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cobalt, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cobalt have in December?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Cobalt?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cobalt, CT

Average temperature in December - Cobalt, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Cobalt, CT

Average pressure in December - Cobalt, CT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"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
Cobalt, CT

Average wind speed in December - Cobalt, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Cobalt, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Cobalt, CT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Cobalt, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Cobalt, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cobalt, CT

Average snowfall in December - Cobalt, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cobalt, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Cobalt, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

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

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

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

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Cobalt, CT

Average UV index in December - Cobalt, 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
Cobalt, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Cobalt, 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 33).

Average visibility in December
Cobalt, CT

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

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

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