December weather forecast
Sterling, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Sterling, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). In Sterling, an average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

In Sterling, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sterling, in December, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.7 snowfall days, and 12.99" (330mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Sterling, Connecticut, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Sterling is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sterling. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sterling?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sterling?

In December, the average relative humidity in Sterling, Connecticut, is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Sterling?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Sterling, Connecticut. Rain falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Sterling?

In December, in Sterling, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sterling in December?

In Sterling, Connecticut, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sterling?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sterling have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sterling?

On the first day of December in Sterling, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sterling have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sterling, Connecticut, is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sterling?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sterling?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sterling is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sterling, CT

Average temperature in December - Sterling, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Sterling, CT

Average pressure in December - Sterling, 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
Sterling, CT

Average wind speed in December - Sterling, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Sterling, CT

Average humidity in December - Sterling, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, July and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Sterling, CT

Average rainfall in December - Sterling, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Sterling, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Sterling, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sterling, CT

Average snowfall in December - Sterling, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sterling, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Sterling, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 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
Sterling, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sterling, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sterling, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Sterling, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Sterling, CT

Average UV index in December - Sterling, 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
Sterling, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Sterling, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

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

Average visibility in December
Sterling, CT

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

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

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