December weather forecast
North Montpelier, VT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in North Montpelier, Vermont, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). North Montpelier observes an average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In North Montpelier, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In North Montpelier, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In North Montpelier, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In North Montpelier, Vermont, in December, during 21 snowfall days, 9.37" (238mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.7 snowfall days, and 58.82" (1494mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in North Montpelier is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In North Montpelier, the average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in North Montpelier?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in North Montpelier during December are 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in North Montpelier?

The average relative humidity in December in North Montpelier is 86%.

How much does it rain in North Montpelier in December?

In North Montpelier, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in North Montpelier in December?

In North Montpelier, in December, during 21 snowfall days, 9.37" (238mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in North Montpelier?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in North Montpelier?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in North Montpelier?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does North Montpelier have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in North Montpelier, Vermont, is 3.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in North Montpelier?

The months with the lowest UV index in North Montpelier are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in North Montpelier?

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

Average temperature in December - North Montpelier, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
North Montpelier, VT

Average pressure in December - North Montpelier, 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
North Montpelier, VT

Average wind speed in December - North Montpelier, 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 (5mph).

Average humidity in December
North Montpelier, VT

Average humidity in December - North Montpelier, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
North Montpelier, VT

Average rainfall in December - North Montpelier, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
North Montpelier, VT

Average rainfall days in December - North Montpelier, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Montpelier, VT

Average snowfall in December - North Montpelier, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Montpelier, VT

Average snowfall days in December - North Montpelier, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
North Montpelier, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Montpelier, 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: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Montpelier, VT

Average sunshine days in December - North Montpelier, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in December
North Montpelier, VT

Average UV index in December - North Montpelier, VT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
North Montpelier, VT

Average cloud cover in December - North Montpelier, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
North Montpelier, VT

Average visibility in December - North Montpelier, VT
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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