December weather forecast
Sutton, VT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Sutton, Vermont, with an average temperature varying between 17.6°F (-8°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cold 39.2°F (4°C) in November to a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C). Sutton's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 17.6°F (-8°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Sutton, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.9 rainfall days, and 30.04" (763mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sutton, in December, snow falls for 20.4 days, with typically accumulated 8.46" (215mm) of snow. In Sutton, Vermont, during the entire year, snow falls for 108 days and aggregates up to 60.35" (1533mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Sutton experiences an average high-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and a low-temperature of 17.6°F (-8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Sutton, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sutton, during December, snow falls for 20.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.46" (215mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Sutton is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sutton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Sutton, Vermont, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

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 low health risk 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
Sutton, VT

Average temperature in December - Sutton, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Sutton, VT

Average pressure in December - Sutton, VT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sutton, VT

Average wind speed in December - Sutton, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Sutton, VT

Average humidity in December - Sutton, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Sutton, VT

Average rainfall in December - Sutton, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Sutton, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Sutton, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sutton, VT

Average snowfall in December - Sutton, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sutton, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Sutton, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sutton, VT
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sutton, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Sutton, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5 days).

Average UV index in December
Sutton, VT

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Sutton, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Sutton, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Sutton, VT

Average visibility in December - Sutton, VT
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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