December weather forecast
Salisbury, VT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Salisbury, Vermont, with an average temperature ranging between max 30°F (-1.1°C) and min 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). Throughout the month of December, Salisbury expects an average low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Salisbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169 days and collects up to 29.06" (738mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 16.6 days. Throughout December, 7.52" (191mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Salisbury, there are 90.2 snowfall days, and 48.98" (1244mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Salisbury, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Salisbury?

Salisbury in December has an average high-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Salisbury, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Salisbury?

In Salisbury, in December, snow falls for 16.6 days, with typically accumulated 7.52" (191mm) 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?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Salisbury, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Salisbury?

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat 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
Salisbury, VT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°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 (11.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Salisbury, VT

Average pressure in December - Salisbury, VT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"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
Salisbury, VT

Average wind speed in December - Salisbury, 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 (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Salisbury, VT

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

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
Salisbury, VT

Average rainfall in December - Salisbury, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Salisbury, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Salisbury, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Salisbury, VT

Average snowfall in December - Salisbury, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Salisbury, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Salisbury, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Salisbury, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Salisbury, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Salisbury, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Salisbury, VT

Average UV index in December - Salisbury, 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 January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Salisbury, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Salisbury, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Salisbury, VT

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

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

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