December weather forecast
Troy, VT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Troy, Vermont, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.4°F (-8.1°C) and max 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's cold 38.7°F (3.7°C) to a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). An average low-temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C) is observed in Troy during the December nights.

Humidity

In Troy, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Troy, in December, during 8.2 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.3 rainfall days, and 32.64" (829mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Troy, during December, snow falls for 20.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.39" (264mm) of snow. In Troy, Vermont, during the entire year, snow falls for 103.3 days and aggregates up to 62.6" (1590mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.7h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Troy are 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 17.4°F (-8.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Troy, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Troy, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Troy?

In Troy, during December, snow falls for 20.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.39" (264mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Troy.

How many hours of daylight does Troy have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Troy have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value 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
Troy, VT

Average temperature in December - Troy, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.4°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 (8.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Troy, VT

Average pressure in December - Troy, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Troy, VT

Average wind speed in December - Troy, 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
Troy, VT

Average humidity in December - Troy, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Troy, VT

Average rainfall in December - Troy, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Troy, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Troy, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Troy, VT

Average snowfall in December - Troy, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Troy, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Troy, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Troy, 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: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Troy, VT

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Troy, VT

Average UV index in December - Troy, 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
Troy, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Troy, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Troy, VT

Average visibility in December - Troy, 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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