December weather forecast
North Franklin, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in North Franklin, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average high of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). North Franklin's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in North Franklin, Connecticut, is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In North Franklin, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.6 snowfall days, and 15.98" (406mm) 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 6:56 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in North Franklin, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, in North Franklin, the average high-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in North Franklin?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In North Franklin, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does North Franklin have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:28 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.

How many hours of sunshine does North Franklin have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in North Franklin?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In North Franklin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
North Franklin, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°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°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
North Franklin, CT

Average pressure in December - North Franklin, 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
North Franklin, CT

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

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

Average humidity in December
North Franklin, CT

Average humidity in December - North Franklin, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
North Franklin, CT

Average rainfall in December - North Franklin, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
North Franklin, CT

Average rainfall days in December - North Franklin, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Franklin, CT

Average snowfall in December - North Franklin, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Franklin, CT

Average snowfall days in December - North Franklin, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
North Franklin, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Franklin, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Franklin, CT

Average sunshine days in December - North Franklin, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
North Franklin, CT

Average UV index in December - North Franklin, 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
North Franklin, CT

Average cloud cover in December - North Franklin, 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 33).

Average visibility in December
North Franklin, CT

Average visibility in December - North Franklin, 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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