December weather forecast
Quechee, VT

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Weather in December

December is the harbinger of the winter season in Quechee with the temperatures dropping to 30.6°F (-0.8°C). A correlating decline in daylight hours and a spike in snowfall to 1.97" (50mm) make for a distinct white winter scenery. Despite the drop in temperature, a festive spirit is kindled with Christmas celebrations in full swing. The end of the year in Quechee is characterized by higher wind speeds, intensifying the winter chill. A rise in relative humidity coupled with a consistent barometric pressure concludes the weather charateristics for the town in this month.

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's icy 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a still subzero cold 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Quechee, Vermont, in December, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Quechee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.4 days and collects up to 10.08" (256mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.7 snowfall days, and 9.76" (248mm) 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 7:03 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Quechee, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Quechee, 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 20.8°F (-6.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Quechee, during December, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Quechee, VT

Average temperature in December - Quechee, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°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 (12.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Quechee, VT

Average pressure in December - Quechee, 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
Quechee, VT

Average wind speed in December - Quechee, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Quechee, VT

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Quechee, VT

Average rainfall in December - Quechee, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Quechee, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Quechee, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Quechee, VT

Average snowfall in December - Quechee, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Quechee, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Quechee, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Quechee, 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: 4h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Quechee, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Quechee, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Quechee, VT

Average UV index in December - Quechee, 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
Quechee, VT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Quechee, VT

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

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

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