December weather forecast
Torrington, CT

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Weather in December

December in Torrington rings in the winter season, with significantly lower temperatures, increased snowfall of 3.35" (85mm), and some of the shortest daylight hours of the year. With weather conditions leaning towards a winter wonderland setting, it reflects a festive mood that coincides with Christmas celebrations. A marked increase in wind speed also indicates the arrival of winter gusts, highlighting the change from fall to winter.

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C). An average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) marks the nights in Torrington throughout December.

Humidity

In Torrington, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Torrington, Connecticut, are January through May, October through December. In Torrington, during December, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Torrington, Connecticut, during the entire year, snow falls for 40 days and aggregates up to 20.55" (522mm) of snow.

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 7:00 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Torrington, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Torrington in December?

During December, Torrington experiences an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Torrington?

In Torrington, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Torrington?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Torrington. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Torrington in December?

In Torrington, Connecticut, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Torrington in December?

In Torrington, in December, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Torrington?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Torrington?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Torrington?

On the first day of December in Torrington, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Torrington?

The average sunshine duration in December in Torrington, Connecticut, is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Torrington?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Torrington?

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

Average temperature in December - Torrington, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Torrington, CT

Average pressure in December - Torrington, 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
Torrington, CT

Average wind speed in December - Torrington, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Torrington, CT

Average humidity in December - Torrington, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Torrington, CT

Average rainfall in December - Torrington, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Torrington, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Torrington, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Torrington, CT

Average snowfall in December - Torrington, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Torrington, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Torrington, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Torrington, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Torrington, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Torrington, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Torrington, CT

Average UV index in December - Torrington, CT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Torrington, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Torrington, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Torrington, CT

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

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

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