December weather forecast
Bethel, VT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Bethel, Vermont, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Bethel's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's icy 40.8°F (4.9°C) to a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C). During the nights in December, Bethel observes an average low-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Bethel is 84%.

Rainfall

In Bethel, during December, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.1 rainfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Bethel, Vermont. In Bethel, in December, during 17.7 snowfall days, 8.23" (209mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bethel, Vermont, during the entire year, snow falls for 93.2 days and aggregates up to 58.35" (1482mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Bethel, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Bethel, sunrise is at 7:05 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.

Sunshine

In Bethel, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Bethel, Vermont. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bethel in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bethel, is 29.8°F (-1.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bethel?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in Bethel in December?

In Bethel, Vermont, in December, during 9 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Bethel in December?

In Bethel, during December, snow falls for 17.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.23" (209mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bethel?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bethel?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bethel, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bethel?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bethel, Vermont, is 3.6h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Bethel are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Bethel?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Bethel, Vermont, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bethel, VT

Average temperature in December - Bethel, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Bethel, VT

Average pressure in December - Bethel, VT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bethel, VT

Average wind speed in December - Bethel, 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 (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Bethel, VT

Average humidity in December - Bethel, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Bethel, VT

Average rainfall in December - Bethel, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Bethel, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Bethel, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bethel, VT

Average snowfall in December - Bethel, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bethel, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Bethel, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Bethel, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Bethel, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bethel, VT

Average UV index in December - Bethel, VT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Bethel, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Bethel, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Bethel, VT

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

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

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