December weather forecast
Oakville, CT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oakville, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Oakville. Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Oakville, it is snowing for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Oakville, there are 34.9 snowfall days, and 20.35" (517mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, in Oakville, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly 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 is it in Oakville in December?

In Oakville, 38.7°F (3.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 28°F (-2.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oakville?

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

What is the rainiest month in Oakville?

The month with the most rainfall in Oakville, Connecticut, is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Oakville?

In Oakville, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 3.78" (96mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Oakville?

In Oakville, in December, during 6.2 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oakville?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Oakville?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Oakville?

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.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oakville?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Oakville?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Oakville?

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

Average temperature in December - Oakville, 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 (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Oakville, CT

Average pressure in December - Oakville, 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
Oakville, CT

Average wind speed in December - Oakville, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Oakville, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Oakville, CT

Average rainfall in December - Oakville, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Oakville, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Oakville, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oakville, CT

Average snowfall in December - Oakville, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oakville, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Oakville, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oakville, 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
Oakville, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Oakville, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Oakville, CT

Average UV index in December - Oakville, 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
Oakville, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Oakville, 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 35).

Average visibility in December
Oakville, CT

Average visibility in December - Oakville, 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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