December weather forecast
Voluntown, CT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Voluntown, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and max 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is noted.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Voluntown, in December, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 27.9 snowfall days, and 12.2" (310mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Voluntown is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Voluntown are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. 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: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Voluntown experiences an average high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Voluntown, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Voluntown, in December, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically 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 Voluntown have in December?

In Voluntown, Connecticut, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Voluntown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Voluntown, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Voluntown, CT

Average pressure in December - Voluntown, 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
Voluntown, CT

Average wind speed in December - Voluntown, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Voluntown, CT

Average humidity in December - Voluntown, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Voluntown, CT

Average rainfall in December - Voluntown, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Voluntown, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Voluntown, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Voluntown, CT

Average snowfall in December - Voluntown, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Voluntown, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Voluntown, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 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
Voluntown, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Voluntown, CT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Voluntown, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Voluntown, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Voluntown, CT

Average UV index in December - Voluntown, 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
Voluntown, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Voluntown, 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 32).

Average visibility in December
Voluntown, CT

Average visibility in December - Voluntown, 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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