December weather forecast
Coventry Lake, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Coventry Lake, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and max 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Coventry Lake observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). Coventry Lake's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Coventry Lake, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Coventry Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.6 days and aggregates up to 15.98" (406mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 4:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, 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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, Coventry Lake experiences an average high-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and a low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Coventry Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Coventry Lake?

In Coventry Lake, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Coventry Lake, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Coventry Lake have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Coventry Lake have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 Coventry Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Coventry Lake, CT

Average temperature in December - Coventry Lake, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°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
Coventry Lake, CT

Average pressure in December - Coventry Lake, 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
Coventry Lake, CT

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

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

Average humidity in December
Coventry Lake, CT

Average humidity in December - Coventry Lake, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

Average rainfall in December
Coventry Lake, CT

Average rainfall in December - Coventry Lake, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Coventry Lake, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Coventry Lake, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Coventry Lake, CT

Average snowfall in December - Coventry Lake, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Coventry Lake, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Coventry Lake, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Coventry Lake, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Coventry Lake, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Coventry Lake, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Coventry Lake, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Coventry Lake, CT

Average UV index in December - Coventry Lake, 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
Coventry Lake, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Coventry Lake, 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 33).

Average visibility in December
Coventry Lake, CT

Average visibility in December - Coventry Lake, CT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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