December weather forecast
Naugatuck, CT

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Weather in December

December sees the reinstatement of winter weather in Naugatuck, Connecticut, USA. With temperatures firmly in the lower range, woolens and jackets become mandatory wardrobe staples. Snowfall is a staple of early winter, with December seeing an average of 3.03" (77mm). Despite cold temperatures, the holiday spirit invigorates the town, making December a festive time of year.

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Naugatuck, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Naugatuck, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.2 days and aggregates up to 17.2" (437mm) of snow.

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 6:59 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 Naugatuck, 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. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Naugatuck, is 39.4°F (4.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Naugatuck, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 3.94" (100mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Naugatuck?

In Naugatuck, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically 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 Naugatuck have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 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 Naugatuck have in December?

In Naugatuck, the average sunshine duration in December 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 in Naugatuck.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Naugatuck, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Naugatuck, CT

Average pressure in December - Naugatuck, 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
Naugatuck, CT

Average wind speed in December - Naugatuck, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Naugatuck, CT

Average humidity in December - Naugatuck, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Naugatuck, CT

Average rainfall in December - Naugatuck, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Naugatuck, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Naugatuck, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Naugatuck, CT

Average snowfall in December - Naugatuck, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Naugatuck, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Naugatuck, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Naugatuck, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Naugatuck, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Naugatuck, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Naugatuck, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Naugatuck, CT

Average UV index in December - Naugatuck, 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
Naugatuck, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Naugatuck, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Naugatuck, CT

Average visibility in December - Naugatuck, 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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