December weather forecast
Putnam, CT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Putnam, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C). An average temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) marks the nights in Putnam in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Putnam is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Putnam are January through May, November and December. In December, in Putnam, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated. In Putnam, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 14.02" (356mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Putnam, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of December, in Putnam, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Putnam, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Putnam. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Putnam during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Putnam, is 39.4°F (4.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.8°F (-1.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Putnam?

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

What is the rainiest month in Putnam?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Putnam. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Putnam in December?

In Putnam, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Putnam?

In Putnam, Connecticut, in December, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Putnam?

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

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

In Putnam, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Putnam?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Putnam?

In Putnam, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Putnam?

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 Putnam?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Putnam, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°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 (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Putnam, CT

Average pressure in December - Putnam, CT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"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
Putnam, CT

Average wind speed in December - Putnam, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Putnam, CT

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Putnam, CT

Average rainfall in December - Putnam, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Putnam, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Putnam, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Putnam, CT

Average snowfall in December - Putnam, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Putnam, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Putnam, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Putnam, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Putnam, CT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Putnam, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Putnam, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Putnam, CT

Average UV index in December - Putnam, 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
Putnam, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Putnam, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Putnam, CT

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

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

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