December weather forecast
Goshen, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Goshen, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average high of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C). Goshen's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In Goshen, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Goshen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.1 days and collects up to 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Goshen, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.4 snowfall days, and 25.59" (650mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:01 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Goshen, the average high-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Goshen, Connecticut, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Goshen have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Goshen, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Goshen, CT

Average temperature in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Goshen, CT

Average pressure in December - Goshen, 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
Goshen, CT

Average wind speed in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Goshen, CT

Average humidity in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Goshen, CT

Average rainfall in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Goshen, CT

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Goshen, CT

Average snowfall in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Goshen, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Goshen, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Goshen, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Goshen, CT

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Goshen, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Goshen, CT

Average visibility in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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