December weather forecast
Barnard, VT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Barnard, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

Barnard's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). Barnard observes an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) during December.

Humidity

In Barnard, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Barnard, in December, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Barnard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106 days and collects up to 12.52" (318mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Barnard, in December, during 7.1 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Barnard, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.6 days and aggregates up to 15.79" (401mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Barnard, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Barnard are 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Barnard, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Barnard, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Barnard have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Barnard, VT

Average temperature in December - Barnard, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Barnard, VT

Average pressure in December - Barnard, 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
Barnard, VT

Average wind speed in December - Barnard, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Barnard, VT

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Barnard, VT

Average rainfall in December - Barnard, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and March (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Barnard, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Barnard, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Barnard, VT

Average snowfall in December - Barnard, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Barnard, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Barnard, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Barnard, 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: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Barnard, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Barnard, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Barnard, VT

Average UV index in December - Barnard, 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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Barnard, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Barnard, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Barnard, VT

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

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

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