December weather forecast
South Windsor, CT

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) to a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C). In December, South Windsor records an average nighttime temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in South Windsor are January through May, October through December. In South Windsor, in December, during 5.8 snowfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In South Windsor, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.6 days and aggregates up to 17.13" (435mm) of snow.

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 6:58 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

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. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in South Windsor, records 38.7°F (3.7°C), while the low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in South Windsor?

In South Windsor, in December, during 11.8 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in South Windsor, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does South Windsor have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Windsor have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
South Windsor, CT

Average temperature in December - South Windsor, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
South Windsor, CT

Average pressure in December - South Windsor, CT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"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
South Windsor, CT

Average wind speed in December - South Windsor, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
South Windsor, CT

Average humidity in December - South Windsor, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
South Windsor, CT

Average rainfall in December - South Windsor, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
South Windsor, CT

Average rainfall days in December - South Windsor, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Windsor, CT

Average snowfall in December - South Windsor, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Windsor, CT

Average snowfall days in December - South Windsor, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Windsor, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Windsor, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Windsor, CT

Average sunshine days in December - South Windsor, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
South Windsor, CT

Average UV index in December - South Windsor, CT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
South Windsor, CT

Average cloud cover in December - South Windsor, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
South Windsor, CT

Average visibility in December - South Windsor, CT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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