December weather forecast
East Hartford, CT

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Weather in December

December sees East Hartford embrace the winter season, with a further drop in temperatures and increased snowfall. Average temperatures plummet to chilling lows of 28°F (-2.2°C) and highs of 38.7°F (3.7°C), marking it as one of the coldest periods of the year. Snowfall peaks to around 3.15" (80mm), transforming the city into a winter wonderland. As the city ushers in the New Year, conditions persist with January promising continued cold weather. December is a magical time for the city, with Christmas festivities and snow adding to the charm. Be prepared for cold weather if traveling to East Hartford during this month.

Temperature

East Hartford's average high-temperature decreases in December, falling from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C). The average temperature in East Hartford during December nights dips to a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

In East Hartford, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in East Hartford is December, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in East Hartford. In East Hartford, in December, during 5.8 snowfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In East Hartford, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.6 days and aggregates up to 17.13" (435mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in East Hartford in December?

During December, East Hartford experiences an average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in East Hartford?

In East Hartford, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in East Hartford?

The month with the most rainfall in East Hartford, Connecticut, is December, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in East Hartford?

In East Hartford, in December, during 11.8 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in East Hartford in December?

In East Hartford, in December, during 5.8 snowfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in East Hartford?

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 East Hartford?

In East Hartford, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in East Hartford?

On the first day of December in East Hartford, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in East Hartford?

In December, the average sunshine duration in East Hartford, Connecticut, is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in East Hartford?

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

How high is the UV index in December in East Hartford?

In East Hartford, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
East Hartford, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
East Hartford, CT

Average pressure in December - East Hartford, 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
East Hartford, CT

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
East Hartford, CT

Average humidity in December - East Hartford, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
East Hartford, CT

Average rainfall in December - East Hartford, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
East Hartford, CT

Average rainfall days in December - East Hartford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Hartford, CT

Average snowfall in December - East Hartford, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Hartford, CT

Average snowfall days in December - East Hartford, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Hartford, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Hartford, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Hartford, CT

Average sunshine days in December - East Hartford, 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 (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
East Hartford, CT

Average UV index in December - East Hartford, 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
East Hartford, CT

Average cloud cover in December - East Hartford, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
East Hartford, CT

Average visibility in December - East Hartford, CT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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