December weather forecast
Rawson, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Rawson, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.2°F (4°C) and an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a wintry 39.2°F (4°C). In the month of December, Rawson witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rawson, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Rawson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.3 days and collects up to 9.33" (237mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Rawson. In December, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.5 snowfall days, and 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Rawson, is 39.2°F (4°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Rawson, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Rawson, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rawson?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rawson have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rawson have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Rawson?

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

Average temperature in December - Rawson, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Rawson, CT

Average pressure in December - Rawson, 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
Rawson, CT

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

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

Average humidity in December
Rawson, CT

Average humidity in December - Rawson, 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
Rawson, CT

Average rainfall in December - Rawson, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Rawson, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Rawson, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rawson, CT

Average snowfall in December - Rawson, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rawson, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Rawson, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rawson, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rawson, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Rawson, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Rawson, CT

Average UV index in December - Rawson, 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
Rawson, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Rawson, 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 34).

Average visibility in December
Rawson, CT

Average visibility in December - Rawson, 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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