December weather forecast
Chelsea, VT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Chelsea, Vermont, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

Stepping into December, Chelsea observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from November's wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) is expected.

Humidity

In Chelsea, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Chelsea, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chelsea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Chelsea, during December, snow falls for 21 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.37" (238mm) of snow. In Chelsea, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.7 days and aggregates up to 58.82" (1494mm) 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 7:05 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Chelsea?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Chelsea?

In Chelsea, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Chelsea, in December, during 21 snowfall days, 9.37" (238mm) 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 Chelsea have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chelsea have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Chelsea, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Chelsea, VT

Average pressure in December - Chelsea, 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
Chelsea, VT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Chelsea, VT

Average humidity in December - Chelsea, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Chelsea, VT

Average rainfall in December - Chelsea, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Chelsea, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Chelsea, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chelsea, VT

Average snowfall in December - Chelsea, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chelsea, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Chelsea, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chelsea, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chelsea, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Chelsea, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Chelsea, VT

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Chelsea, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Chelsea, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Chelsea, VT

Average visibility in December - Chelsea, VT
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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