December weather forecast
Bradford, VT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Bradford, Vermont, with an average temperature varying between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Bradford's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C). Bradford's average low-temperature is measured at a still subzero cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Bradford, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Bradford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.3 days and collects up to 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bradford, in December, snow falls for 13.9 days, with typically accumulated 7.2" (183mm) of snow. In Bradford, during the entire year, snow falls for 77.6 days and aggregates up to 45.12" (1146mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of December, in Bradford, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Bradford, the average high-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Bradford, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bradford, in December, snow falls for 13.9 days, with typically accumulated 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

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?

The average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

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

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Bradford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bradford, VT

Average temperature in December - Bradford, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Bradford, VT

Average pressure in December - Bradford, 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
Bradford, VT

Average wind speed in December - Bradford, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Bradford, VT

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Bradford, VT

Average rainfall in December - Bradford, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Bradford, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Bradford, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bradford, VT

Average snowfall in December - Bradford, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bradford, VT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bradford, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bradford, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Bradford, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Bradford, VT

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Bradford, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Bradford, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

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
Bradford, VT

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

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

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