December weather forecast
West Mystic, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in West Mystic, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). A modest decline from daytime high temperatures is noticed in December, marking the average low at a still wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in West Mystic is December, when the rain falls for 13.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In West Mystic, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.4 snowfall days, and 7.48" (190mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in West Mystic, the average high-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In West Mystic, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) 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 West Mystic have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in West Mystic, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does West Mystic have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In West Mystic, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Mystic, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in December
West Mystic, CT

Average pressure in December - West Mystic, CT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"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
West Mystic, CT

Average wind speed in December - West Mystic, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 12mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
West Mystic, CT

Average humidity in December - West Mystic, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
West Mystic, CT

Average rainfall in December - West Mystic, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
West Mystic, CT

Average rainfall days in December - West Mystic, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Mystic, CT

Average snowfall in December - West Mystic, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Mystic, CT

Average snowfall days in December - West Mystic, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 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
West Mystic, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Mystic, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Mystic, CT

Average sunshine days in December - West Mystic, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
West Mystic, CT

Average UV index in December - West Mystic, 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
West Mystic, CT

Average cloud cover in December - West Mystic, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

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

Average visibility in December
West Mystic, CT

Average visibility in December - West Mystic, 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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