December weather forecast
Winsted, CT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Winsted, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's frosty 46.4°F (8°C) to a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C). In Winsted, December nights cool down to an average of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are October and December, with an average 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Winsted, during December, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.88" (124mm) of snow. In Winsted, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.3 days and aggregates up to 25.63" (651mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Winsted.
On the first day of December in Winsted, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Winsted, Connecticut, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Winsted?

The high-temperature, in December, in Winsted, is 36.1°F (2.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.3°F (-3.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Winsted?

In December, the average relative humidity in Winsted is 81%.

What is the rainiest month in Winsted?

The wettest months are October and December, with an average 3.31" (84mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in Winsted in December?

In Winsted, Connecticut, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Winsted?

In Winsted, Connecticut, during December, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.88" (124mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Winsted?

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

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

In Winsted, Connecticut, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Winsted?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Winsted have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Winsted, Connecticut, is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Winsted?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Winsted?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Winsted, Connecticut, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Winsted, CT

Average temperature in December - Winsted, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Winsted, CT

Average pressure in December - Winsted, 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
Winsted, CT

Average wind speed in December - Winsted, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Winsted, CT

Average humidity in December - Winsted, 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
Winsted, CT

Average rainfall in December - Winsted, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Winsted, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Winsted, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Winsted, CT

Average snowfall in December - Winsted, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Winsted, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Winsted, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Winsted, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Winsted, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Winsted, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Winsted, CT

Average UV index in December - Winsted, 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
Winsted, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Winsted, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Winsted, CT

Average visibility in December - Winsted, 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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