December weather forecast
Hampton, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Hampton, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.2°F (4°C) and an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

Hampton's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). Hampton experiences an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) in month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hampton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.3 days and collects up to 9.33" (237mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Hampton, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.5 snowfall days, and 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hampton, Connecticut.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:27 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Hampton, is 39.2°F (4°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hampton, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hampton?

In December, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Hampton.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hampton, CT

Average temperature in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Hampton, CT

Average pressure in December - Hampton, 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
Hampton, CT

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

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

Average humidity in December
Hampton, CT

Average humidity in December - Hampton, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Hampton, CT

Average rainfall in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Hampton, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hampton, CT

Average snowfall in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hampton, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hampton, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hampton, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Hampton, CT

Average UV index in December - Hampton, 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
Hampton, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Hampton, 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 34).

Average visibility in December
Hampton, CT

Average visibility in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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