December weather forecast
Middlebury, CT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Middlebury, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

Middlebury in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) to an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Middlebury, during December, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Middlebury, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.2 days and aggregates up to 19.06" (484mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Middlebury, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Middlebury, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Middlebury in December?

In Middlebury, 38.7°F (3.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Middlebury?

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

What is the rainiest month in Middlebury?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Middlebury in December?

In December, in Middlebury, Connecticut, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Middlebury?

In Middlebury, in December, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Middlebury?

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

How many hours of daylight does Middlebury have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Middlebury?

On the first day of December in Middlebury, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Middlebury have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Middlebury?

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 in Middlebury?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Middlebury is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability 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
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Middlebury, CT

Average temperature in December - Middlebury, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Middlebury, CT

Average pressure in December - Middlebury, 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
Middlebury, CT

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

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

Average humidity in December
Middlebury, CT

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

Average rainfall in December
Middlebury, CT

Average rainfall in December - Middlebury, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

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

Average rainfall days in December
Middlebury, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Middlebury, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Middlebury, CT

Average snowfall in December - Middlebury, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Middlebury, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Middlebury, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Middlebury, CT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Middlebury, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Middlebury, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Middlebury, CT

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Middlebury, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Middlebury, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Middlebury, CT

Average visibility in December - Middlebury, 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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