December weather forecast
Westport, CT

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The colorful houses on the shores of Westport, Connecticut
The colorful houses on the shores of Westport, Connecticut

Weather in December

December brings along the Westport winter with temperatures recording monthly highs and lows of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C), respectively. The onset of the frosty season is marked by an increase in snowfall, accumulating up to 1.77" (45mm). The daylight hours are curtailed to 9.3 hours, emphasizing the city's winter aspect. The city transforms into a winter wonderland, decorated for the holiday season. Despite the chill, December sees Westport in a festive mood, welcoming the year-end with cheer.

Temperature

In Westport, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). During December's nights, Westport notes a minor temperature decline, reaching an average of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Westport, in December, during 12.2 rainfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Westport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.3 days and collects up to 37.87" (962mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Westport, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.6 snowfall days, and 9.61" (244mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Westport, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, in Westport, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Westport in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Westport, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Westport, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 3.98" (101mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Westport, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Westport, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration 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 Westport, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Westport, CT

Average temperature in December - Westport, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°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 (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Westport, CT

Average pressure in December - Westport, 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
Westport, CT

Average wind speed in December - Westport, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Westport, CT

Average humidity in December - Westport, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Westport, CT

Average rainfall in December - Westport, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Westport, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Westport, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Westport, CT

Average snowfall in December - Westport, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Westport, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Westport, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 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 and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Westport, CT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Westport, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Westport, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Westport, CT

Average UV index in December - Westport, 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
Westport, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Westport, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Westport, CT

Average visibility in December - Westport, 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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