December weather forecast
Newtown, CT

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Weather in December

As the curtain falls on the year, winter takes the spotlight in Newtown, Connecticut in December, featuring temperature lows of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The city witnesses an uptick in snowfall, amounting to 3.58" (91mm), adding a festive charm to the season. Daylight hours are minimized alongside reduced sunshine further enhancing the wintry feel. December sees the city adorned in a blanket of snow, bringing the familiar scenery associated with the holiday season. The icy wind patterns, coupled with the snow-capped landscapes, etch the beautiful close of the year.

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) in November to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). An average minimum temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is recorded in Newtown during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Newtown, Connecticut, is December, when the rain falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Newtown. In Newtown, in December, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.5 snowfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:00 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:33 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 Newtown, Connecticut. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Newtown in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Newtown, is 39.6°F (4.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Newtown?

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

What is the wettest month in Newtown?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Newtown, Connecticut. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Newtown?

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Newtown in December?

In Newtown, in December, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newtown?

The month with the shortest days in Newtown is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Newtown have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Newtown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Newtown, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Newtown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Newtown is 4.7h.

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

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 Newtown?

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

Average temperature in December - Newtown, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Newtown, CT

Average pressure in December - Newtown, 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
Newtown, CT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Newtown, CT

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

Average rainfall in December
Newtown, CT

Average rainfall in December - Newtown, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Newtown, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Newtown, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newtown, CT

Average snowfall in December - Newtown, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newtown, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Newtown, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newtown, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Newtown, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Newtown, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Newtown, CT

Average UV index in December - Newtown, 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
Newtown, CT

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Newtown, CT

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

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

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