December weather forecast
Grantville, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Grantville, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 46.4°F (8°C) in November to a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C). Grantville records an average nighttime low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are October and December, with an average 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Grantville, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.88" (124mm) of snow. In Grantville, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.3 days and aggregates up to 25.63" (651mm) 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 December, 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 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Grantville, is 36.1°F (2.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the rainiest month in Grantville?

The wettest months are October and December, with an average 3.31" (84mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Grantville, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Grantville, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.88" (124mm) 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 Grantville have in December?

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

What time 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 4:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Grantville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

When is 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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Grantville, CT

Average temperature in December - Grantville, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°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°F).

Average pressure in December
Grantville, CT

Average pressure in December - Grantville, 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
Grantville, CT

Average wind speed in December - Grantville, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Grantville, CT

Average humidity in December - Grantville, 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
Grantville, CT

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Grantville, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Grantville, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grantville, CT

Average snowfall in December - Grantville, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Grantville, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Grantville, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grantville, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Grantville, CT

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Grantville, CT

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Grantville, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Grantville, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Grantville, CT

Average visibility in December - Grantville, 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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