December weather forecast
Ascutney, VT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ascutney, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and max 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In Ascutney, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Ascutney, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Ascutney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ascutney, during December, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.07" (205mm) of snow. In Ascutney, during the entire year, snow falls for 82.6 days and aggregates up to 55.24" (1403mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ascutney, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Ascutney, 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 20.3°F (-6.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ascutney, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ascutney, Vermont, in December, during 13.9 snowfall days, 8.07" (205mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ascutney have in December?

In December, the average day length in Ascutney, Vermont, is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Ascutney, VT

Average temperature in December - Ascutney, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Ascutney, VT

Average pressure in December - Ascutney, VT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ascutney, VT

Average wind speed in December - Ascutney, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Ascutney, VT

Average humidity in December - Ascutney, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Ascutney, VT

Average rainfall in December - Ascutney, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Ascutney, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Ascutney, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ascutney, VT

Average snowfall in December - Ascutney, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ascutney, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Ascutney, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ascutney, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ascutney, VT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ascutney, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Ascutney, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ascutney, VT

Average UV index in December - Ascutney, VT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Ascutney, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Ascutney, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Ascutney, VT

Average visibility in December - Ascutney, VT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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