December weather forecast
Middlebury, VT

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Weather in December

December is the doorway to the harshest winter days in Middlebury with plummeting temperatures marking themselves the lowest thus far. The town attires a snow dress with an average measure of 6.73" (171mm) of snow. The short daylight days and lengthy nights encounter a drop in UV levels. Welcoming the festive season, the snow-draped streets of Middlebury are a sight of twinkling lights and merriment. Snow sports rule is the principal activity, with numerous opportunities for skiing and snowboarding.

Temperature

During the transition into December, Middlebury observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C). Throughout December, Middlebury encounters an average temperature drop to 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Middlebury, Vermont, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Middlebury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.4 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Middlebury, Vermont. In December, in Middlebury, Vermont, it is snowing for 14.7 days. Throughout December, 6.73" (171mm) of snow is accumulated. In Middlebury, during the entire year, snow falls for 82 days and aggregates up to 44.53" (1131mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Middlebury is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Middlebury, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Middlebury in December?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Middlebury?

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

How much does it rain in Middlebury in December?

In December, in Middlebury, Vermont, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Middlebury?

In Middlebury, Vermont, in December, during 14.7 snowfall days, 6.73" (171mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Middlebury?

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

How many hours of daylight does Middlebury have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Middlebury?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Middlebury?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Middlebury?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Middlebury?

In Middlebury, Vermont, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Middlebury, VT

Average temperature in December - Middlebury, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°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 (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Middlebury, VT

Average pressure in December - Middlebury, 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
Middlebury, VT

Average wind speed in December - Middlebury, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

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
Middlebury, VT

Average humidity in December - Middlebury, 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
Middlebury, VT

Average rainfall in December - Middlebury, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Middlebury, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Middlebury, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Middlebury, VT

Average snowfall in December - Middlebury, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Middlebury, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Middlebury, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Middlebury, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Middlebury, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Middlebury, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Middlebury, VT

Average UV index in December - Middlebury, 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
Middlebury, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Middlebury, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

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

Average visibility in December
Middlebury, VT

Average visibility in December - Middlebury, 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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