December weather forecast
Wolcott, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Wolcott, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

Wolcott's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C). During December, Wolcott experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Wolcott is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wolcott, there are 34.9 snowfall days, and 20.35" (517mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Wolcott, Connecticut, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, in Wolcott, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Wolcott, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Wolcott in December?

In Wolcott, in December, the average high-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wolcott?

In Wolcott, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Wolcott?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Wolcott, Connecticut. Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Wolcott in December?

In Wolcott, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Wolcott in December?

In Wolcott, in December, during 6.2 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wolcott?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wolcott have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Wolcott?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wolcott, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wolcott?

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

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

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 Wolcott?

In Wolcott, Connecticut, 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
Wolcott, CT

Average temperature in December - Wolcott, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Wolcott, CT

Average pressure in December - Wolcott, 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
Wolcott, CT

Average wind speed in December - Wolcott, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Wolcott, CT

Average humidity in December - Wolcott, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Wolcott, CT

Average rainfall in December - Wolcott, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Wolcott, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Wolcott, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wolcott, CT

Average snowfall in December - Wolcott, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wolcott, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Wolcott, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wolcott, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wolcott, CT

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Wolcott, CT

Average UV index in December - Wolcott, 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
Wolcott, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Wolcott, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Wolcott, CT

Average visibility in December - Wolcott, 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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