December weather forecast
Willimantic, CT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Willimantic, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average low-temperature, in December, is a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In Willimantic, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Willimantic are January through May, November and December. In Willimantic, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Willimantic, there are 31.6 snowfall days, and 15.98" (406mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Willimantic, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Willimantic in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Willimantic, records 39.4°F (4.1°C), while the low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Willimantic?

The average relative humidity in December in Willimantic, Connecticut, is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Willimantic?

The month with the most rainfall in Willimantic, Connecticut, is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Willimantic in December?

In December, in Willimantic, Connecticut, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Willimantic in December?

In Willimantic, Connecticut, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Willimantic?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Willimantic?

In Willimantic, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Willimantic?

On the first day of December in Willimantic, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Willimantic?

The month with the least sunshine in Willimantic is December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Willimantic have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Willimantic is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Willimantic?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Willimantic?

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

Average temperature in December - Willimantic, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Willimantic, CT

Average pressure in December - Willimantic, 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
Willimantic, CT

Average wind speed in December - Willimantic, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Willimantic, CT

Average humidity in December - Willimantic, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Willimantic, CT

Average rainfall in December - Willimantic, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Willimantic, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Willimantic, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Willimantic, CT

Average snowfall in December - Willimantic, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Willimantic, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Willimantic, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Willimantic, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Willimantic, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Willimantic, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Willimantic, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Willimantic, CT

Average UV index in December - Willimantic, 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
Willimantic, CT

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, May and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Willimantic, CT

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

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

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