December weather forecast
Weatogue, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Weatogue, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average high of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Weatogue, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.1 snowfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:59 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Weatogue, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Weatogue?

In Weatogue, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Weatogue, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Weatogue have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Weatogue?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Weatogue, CT

Average temperature in December - Weatogue, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Weatogue, CT

Average pressure in December - Weatogue, 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
Weatogue, CT

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Weatogue, CT

Average humidity in December - Weatogue, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Weatogue, CT

Average rainfall in December - Weatogue, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Weatogue, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Weatogue, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Weatogue, CT

Average snowfall in December - Weatogue, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Weatogue, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Weatogue, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Weatogue, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Weatogue, CT

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Weatogue, CT

Average UV index in December - Weatogue, 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
Weatogue, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Weatogue, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Weatogue, CT

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

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

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