Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 46.4°F (8°C) to a cold 35.8°F (2.1°C). Salisbury's average low-temperature is measured at a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C) during December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Salisbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 32.64" (829mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Salisbury, in December, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.67" (144mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 51.4 snowfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Salisbury, Connecticut, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Salisbury, CT
- Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Salisbury, 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
Salisbury, CT
- Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Salisbury, CT
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Salisbury, CT
- Average rainfall in December: 3.11"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").
Average rainfall days in December
Salisbury, CT
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Salisbury, CT
- Average snowfall in December: 5.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Salisbury, CT
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Salisbury, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Salisbury, CT
- Average sunshine days in December: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Salisbury, CT
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Salisbury, CT
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in December
Salisbury, CT
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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