December weather forecast
Pomfret, VT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Pomfret, Vermont, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). During December, Pomfret's temperature averages to 21°F (-6.1°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Pomfret, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Pomfret, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106 days and collects up to 12.52" (318mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Pomfret, in December, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow. In Pomfret, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.6 days and aggregates up to 15.79" (401mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Pomfret, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Pomfret, records 30.6°F (-0.8°C), while the low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pomfret, in December, during 6.8 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Pomfret, in December, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Pomfret, Vermont, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pomfret have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Pomfret is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pomfret, VT

Average temperature in December - Pomfret, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Pomfret, VT

Average pressure in December - Pomfret, 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
Pomfret, VT

Average wind speed in December - Pomfret, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Pomfret, VT

Average humidity in December - Pomfret, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Pomfret, VT

Average rainfall in December - Pomfret, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and March (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Pomfret, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Pomfret, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pomfret, VT

Average snowfall in December - Pomfret, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pomfret, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Pomfret, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pomfret, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pomfret, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Pomfret, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Pomfret, VT

Average UV index in December - Pomfret, VT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pomfret, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Pomfret, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Pomfret, VT

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

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

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