December weather forecast
Forest Dale, VT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Forest Dale, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

Forest Dale in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). Forest Dale records a mean low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Forest Dale is 84%.

Rainfall

In Forest Dale, Vermont, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.3 rainfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Forest Dale, Vermont, in December, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.8 snowfall days, and 18.78" (477mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Forest Dale, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, in Forest Dale, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
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. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Forest Dale, records 30.6°F (-0.8°C), while the low-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Forest Dale, during December, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Forest Dale?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Forest Dale, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Forest Dale have in December?

In Forest Dale, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February 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 in Forest Dale?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Forest Dale, VT

Average temperature in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°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 (12.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average pressure in December - Forest Dale, 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
Forest Dale, VT

Average wind speed in December - Forest Dale, 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 (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average humidity in December - Forest Dale, 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
Forest Dale, VT

Average rainfall in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average snowfall in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Forest Dale, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average UV index in December - Forest Dale, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average visibility in December - Forest Dale, 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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