December weather forecast
Chittenden, VT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Chittenden, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and max 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Chittenden observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C) to a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C). Throughout December, the temperature in Chittenden falls to an average low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chittenden, during December, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 115 rainfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Chittenden, in December, snow falls for 10.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.9 snowfall days, and 20.16" (512mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Chittenden.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Chittenden, Vermont, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

January 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Chittenden experiences an average high-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Chittenden, during December, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Chittenden, in December, during 10.7 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) 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 Chittenden have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Chittenden, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes 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
Chittenden, VT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°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°F).

Average pressure in December
Chittenden, VT

Average pressure in December - Chittenden, 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
Chittenden, VT

Average wind speed in December - Chittenden, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Chittenden, VT

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

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
Chittenden, VT

Average rainfall in December - Chittenden, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Chittenden, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Chittenden, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chittenden, VT

Average snowfall in December - Chittenden, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chittenden, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Chittenden, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chittenden, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chittenden, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Chittenden, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Chittenden, VT

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

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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Chittenden, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Chittenden, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Chittenden, VT

Average visibility in December - Chittenden, 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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