December weather forecast
Ellington, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Ellington, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and an average low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) to an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C). December in Ellington generally records an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ellington, in December, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ellington, there are 105.6 rainfall days, and 9.84" (250mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ellington are January through May, November and December. In December, in Ellington, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ellington, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.1 days and aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ellington, Connecticut.
On the first day of December in Ellington, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Ellington 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Ellington?

In Ellington, 38.1°F (3.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), 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 Ellington?

The average relative humidity in December in Ellington is 78%.

How much does it rain in Ellington in December?

In Ellington, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ellington in December?

In Ellington, Connecticut, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ellington?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ellington have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ellington?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ellington have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Ellington?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Ellington?

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

Average temperature in December - Ellington, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.1°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 (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Ellington, CT

Average pressure in December - Ellington, 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
Ellington, CT

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ellington, CT

Average humidity in December - Ellington, 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
Ellington, CT

Average rainfall in December - Ellington, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, June and July (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Ellington, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Ellington, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ellington, CT

Average snowfall in December - Ellington, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ellington, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Ellington, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December - Ellington, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Ellington, CT

Average UV index in December - Ellington, 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
Ellington, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Ellington, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Ellington, CT

Average visibility in December - Ellington, 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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