December weather forecast
West Woods, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in West Woods, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average high of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in West Woods, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.5 rainfall days, and 33.86" (860mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Woods, in December, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow. In West Woods, Connecticut, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 20.39" (518mm) of snow.

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 7:02 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, in West Woods, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Woods, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in West Woods. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in West Woods, is 36.7°F (2.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In West Woods, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In West Woods, in December, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
West Woods, CT

Average temperature in December - West Woods, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°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 (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
West Woods, CT

Average pressure in December - West Woods, 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
West Woods, CT

Average wind speed in December - West Woods, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
West Woods, CT

Average humidity in December - West Woods, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
West Woods, CT

Average rainfall in December - West Woods, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
West Woods, CT

Average rainfall days in December - West Woods, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Woods, CT

Average snowfall in December - West Woods, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Woods, CT

Average snowfall days in December - West Woods, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 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
West Woods, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Woods, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Woods, CT

Average sunshine days in December - West Woods, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
West Woods, CT

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

Average cloud cover in December - West Woods, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
West Woods, CT

Average visibility in December - West Woods, CT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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