December weather forecast
Old Mystic, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Old Mystic, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Old Mystic experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C). Old Mystic records an average nighttime low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Old Mystic is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Old Mystic, Connecticut, during December, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Old Mystic, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.7 days and aggregates up to 9.72" (247mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is 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 in Old Mystic.

How many hours of daylight does Old Mystic 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 6:55 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Old Mystic?

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 Old Mystic?

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

Average temperature in December - Old Mystic, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Old Mystic, CT

Average pressure in December - Old Mystic, 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
Old Mystic, CT

Average wind speed in December - Old Mystic, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Old Mystic, CT

Average humidity in December - Old Mystic, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Old Mystic, CT

Average rainfall in December - Old Mystic, 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 (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Old Mystic, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Old Mystic, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Old Mystic, CT

Average snowfall in December - Old Mystic, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Old Mystic, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Old Mystic, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 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
Old Mystic, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Old Mystic, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Old Mystic, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Old Mystic, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Old Mystic, CT

Average UV index in December - Old Mystic, 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
Old Mystic, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Old Mystic, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Old Mystic, CT

Average visibility in December - Old Mystic, CT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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