December weather forecast
Vermont, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Vermont, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

Vermont's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) in November to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Vermont experiences an average nighttime temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically collects 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Vermont, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Vermont, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.8 days and aggregates up to 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Vermont, Illinois, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Vermont during December are 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall in Vermont is December, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically collects 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Vermont, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Vermont, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Vermont have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Vermont?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Vermont have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Vermont, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Vermont, IL

Average temperature in December - Vermont, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Vermont, IL

Average pressure in December - Vermont, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Vermont, IL

Average wind speed in December - Vermont, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Vermont, IL

Average humidity in December - Vermont, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Vermont, IL

Average rainfall in December - Vermont, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Vermont, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Vermont, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Vermont, IL

Average snowfall in December - Vermont, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Vermont, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Vermont, IL
  • 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 May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Vermont, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vermont, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Vermont, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Vermont, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Vermont, IL

Average UV index in December - Vermont, IL
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Vermont, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Vermont, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Vermont, IL

Average visibility in December - Vermont, IL
  • 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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