December weather forecast
Fairlee, VT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Fairlee, Vermont, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and max 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). In the month of December, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fairlee, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fairlee, 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 December, it is snowing for 13.9 days. Throughout December, 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fairlee, there are 77.6 snowfall days, and 45.12" (1146mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Fairlee is 3.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Fairlee, 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 in Fairlee?

In Fairlee, the average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairlee have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Fairlee, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Fairlee, VT

Average temperature in December - Fairlee, 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
Fairlee, VT

Average pressure in December - Fairlee, 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
Fairlee, VT

Average wind speed in December - Fairlee, 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
Fairlee, VT

Average humidity in December - Fairlee, 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
Fairlee, VT

Average rainfall in December - Fairlee, 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
Fairlee, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Fairlee, 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
Fairlee, VT

Average snowfall in December - Fairlee, 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
Fairlee, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Fairlee, 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
Fairlee, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairlee, 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
Fairlee, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Fairlee, 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
Fairlee, VT

Average UV index in December - Fairlee, 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
Fairlee, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Fairlee, 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
Fairlee, VT

Average visibility in December - Fairlee, 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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