December weather forecast
Melrose, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Melrose, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between min 27°F (-2.8°C) and max 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). December nights in Melrose cool down to an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Melrose, Connecticut, is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Melrose, Connecticut, is December, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Melrose. In Melrose, in December, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Melrose, there are 33 snowfall days, and 18.03" (458mm) 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 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 4:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 in Melrose. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Melrose in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Melrose, is 38.3°F (3.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Melrose?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Melrose?

The month with the most rainfall in Melrose, Connecticut, is December, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Melrose in December?

In December, in Melrose, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Melrose?

In December, in Melrose, Connecticut, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Melrose?

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

How many hours of daylight does Melrose have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Melrose?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Melrose, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Melrose have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Melrose?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Melrose?

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

Average temperature in December - Melrose, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Melrose, CT

Average pressure in December - Melrose, 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
Melrose, CT

Average wind speed in December - Melrose, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Melrose, CT

Average humidity in December - Melrose, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

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

Average rainfall in December
Melrose, CT

Average rainfall in December - Melrose, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Melrose, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Melrose, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Melrose, CT

Average snowfall in December - Melrose, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Melrose, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Melrose, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Melrose, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Melrose, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Melrose, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Melrose, CT

Average UV index in December - Melrose, 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
Melrose, CT

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Melrose, CT

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

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

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