December weather forecast
Post Mills, VT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Post Mills, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's icy 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C). Post Mills records a mean low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Post Mills, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Post Mills, in December, snow falls for 13.9 days, with typically accumulated 7.2" (183mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 77.6 snowfall days, and 45.12" (1146mm) 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 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Post Mills is 3.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 30°F (-1.1°C) and the low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Post Mills, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Post Mills, in December, during 13.9 snowfall days, 7.2" (183mm) 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 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Post Mills have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Post Mills.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Post Mills?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index 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
Post Mills, VT

Average temperature in December - Post Mills, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Post Mills, VT

Average pressure in December - Post Mills, 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
Post Mills, VT

Average wind speed in December - Post Mills, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Post Mills, VT

Average humidity in December - Post Mills, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

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
Post Mills, VT

Average rainfall in December - Post Mills, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Post Mills, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Post Mills, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Post Mills, VT

Average snowfall in December - Post Mills, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Post Mills, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Post Mills, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Post Mills, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Post Mills, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Post Mills, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Post Mills, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Post Mills, VT

Average UV index in December - Post Mills, VT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Post Mills, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Post Mills, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

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
Post Mills, VT

Average visibility in December - Post Mills, VT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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