December weather forecast
Jericho, VT

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Weather in December

December in Jericho, Vermont, brings the return of full winter. The weather becomes dominated by snowfall and chilly winds. Average high temperatures during December barely cross the 30.2°F (-1°C) mark. As daylight continues to reduce, Jericho transforms into a picturesque winter turf. At the culmination of the year, December's weather gives Jericho a delightful white Christmas scene.

Temperature

Setting in of December in Jericho comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C). During December, Jericho experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Jericho, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.7 rainfall days, and 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Jericho are January through May, October through December. In Jericho, 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

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Jericho, records 30.2°F (-1°C), while the low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Jericho, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Jericho have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Jericho is 3.2h.

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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Jericho, VT

Average temperature in December - Jericho, 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
Jericho, VT

Average pressure in December - Jericho, 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
Jericho, VT

Average wind speed in December - Jericho, 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
Jericho, VT

Average humidity in December - Jericho, 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
Jericho, VT

Average rainfall in December - Jericho, 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
Jericho, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Jericho, 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
Jericho, VT

Average snowfall in December - Jericho, 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
Jericho, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Jericho, 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
Jericho, VT

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

Average sunshine days in December - Jericho, 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
Jericho, VT

Average UV index in December - Jericho, 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
Jericho, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Jericho, 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
Jericho, VT

Average visibility in December - Jericho, 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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