December weather forecast
Plymouth, VT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Plymouth, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Plymouth experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Plymouth is 84%.

Rainfall

In Plymouth, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Plymouth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.7 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Plymouth, in December, snow falls for 12.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.04" (128mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 70.7 snowfall days, and 37.6" (955mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Plymouth, is 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Plymouth, in December, during 12.1 snowfall days, 5.04" (128mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Plymouth have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Plymouth, VT

Average temperature in December - Plymouth, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°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 (12.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Plymouth, VT

Average pressure in December - Plymouth, 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
Plymouth, VT

Average wind speed in December - Plymouth, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Plymouth, VT

Average humidity in December - Plymouth, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Plymouth, VT

Average rainfall in December - Plymouth, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Plymouth, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Plymouth, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Plymouth, VT

Average snowfall in December - Plymouth, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Plymouth, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Plymouth, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Plymouth, 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Plymouth, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Plymouth, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Plymouth, VT

Average UV index in December - Plymouth, VT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Plymouth, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Plymouth, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Plymouth, VT

Average visibility in December - Plymouth, 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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