December weather forecast
Stratford, CT

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Weather in December

December, being the last month of the year, brings the city of Stratford to a near standstill with the returning winter. Compared to November, December exhibits a slight increase in snowfall registered at 1.65" (42mm). As the days continue to shorten, the festive lights of the holiday season brings a warm glow to the city. Despite the bitter cold, December captivates the hearts of locals and visitors with its festive spirit and the joy of the holiday season.

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). The December nights show a slight decrease to a mean low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Stratford is 75%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Stratford. In Stratford, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Stratford, there are 24.9 snowfall days, and 9.49" (241mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Stratford, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Stratford, Connecticut, 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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Stratford during December?

During December, Stratford experiences an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Stratford?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

What is the wettest month in Stratford?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Stratford. Rain falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Stratford in December?

In Stratford, Connecticut, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Stratford?

In Stratford, Connecticut, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stratford?

The month with the shortest days in Stratford, Connecticut, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Stratford have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Stratford?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stratford?

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

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Stratford, 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 Stratford?

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

Average temperature in December - Stratford, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Stratford, CT

Average pressure in December - Stratford, 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
Stratford, CT

Average wind speed in December - Stratford, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Stratford, CT

Average humidity in December - Stratford, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Stratford, CT

Average rainfall in December - Stratford, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Stratford, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Stratford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stratford, CT

Average snowfall in December - Stratford, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stratford, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Stratford, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stratford, CT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stratford, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Stratford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Stratford, CT

Average UV index in December - Stratford, 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
Stratford, CT

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Stratford, CT

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

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

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