December weather forecast
Chester, VT

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Weather in December

December in Chester, Vermont, is a full-fledged winter month with the high temperature dropping to a frosty 32°F (0°C). Remarkably, snowfall takes over the city, with an average of 6.3" (160mm) blanketing the rooftops and streets. The cold weather, matched with the shortest days of the year, makes December the most wintery month in Chester. It wraps up the year on a cold note, laying the groundwork for the succeeding, chillier months of the new year.

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature in Chester decreases from a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a still wintry 32°F (0°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Chester, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Chester, during December, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of snow. In Chester, Vermont, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.9 days and aggregates up to 32.32" (821mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Chester, 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 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, in Chester, Vermont, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Chester is 4.6h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Chester?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Chester during December are 32°F (0°C) and 21.7°F (-5.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Chester?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Chester?

In Chester, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Chester?

In Chester, during December, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chester?

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

How many hours of daylight does Chester have in December?

The average day length in December in Chester, Vermont, is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Chester?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chester, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chester have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Chester is 4.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Chester?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Chester, Vermont, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Chester, VT

Average temperature in December - Chester, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Chester, VT

Average pressure in December - Chester, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Chester, VT

Average wind speed in December - Chester, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Chester, VT

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Chester, VT

Average rainfall in December - Chester, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Chester, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Chester, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chester, VT

Average snowfall in December - Chester, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chester, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Chester, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chester, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Chester, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Chester, VT

Average UV index in December - Chester, 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
Chester, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Chester, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Chester, VT

Average visibility in December - Chester, 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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