December weather forecast
Hinesburg, VT

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Weather in December

Winter sets in earnestly in December in Hinesburg, with increased snowfall measured at 7.83" (199mm). A layer of snow covers the city offering a beautiful, albeit chilly, holiday season. It’s a vista of snow-covered homes, streets, and trees, turning the city into a winter wonderland. Compared to the relatively mild conditions of November, December brings a pronounced chill, getting Hinesburg ready for the New Year.

Temperature

Hinesburg's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C). Throughout December, Hinesburg records an average temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hinesburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hinesburg, in December, snow falls for 18.1 days, with typically accumulated 7.83" (199mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 94.7 snowfall days, and 50.91" (1293mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hinesburg, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 30.2°F (-1°C) and 20.1°F (-6.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Hinesburg?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Hinesburg, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hinesburg, in December, during 18.1 snowfall days, 7.83" (199mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hinesburg?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.2h.

What is the month 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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hinesburg, VT

Average temperature in December - Hinesburg, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°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 (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°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 (12°F).

Average pressure in December
Hinesburg, VT

Average pressure in December - Hinesburg, VT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"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
Hinesburg, VT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Hinesburg, VT

Average humidity in December - Hinesburg, 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
Hinesburg, VT

Average rainfall in December - Hinesburg, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Hinesburg, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Hinesburg, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hinesburg, VT

Average snowfall in December - Hinesburg, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hinesburg, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Hinesburg, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hinesburg, VT
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hinesburg, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Hinesburg, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hinesburg, VT

Average UV index in December - Hinesburg, 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
Hinesburg, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Hinesburg, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Hinesburg, VT

Average visibility in December - Hinesburg, VT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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