December weather forecast
Waterbury Center, VT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Waterbury Center, Vermont, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

In Waterbury Center, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Waterbury Center, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Waterbury Center, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.1 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Waterbury Center, in December, during 19.6 snowfall days, 8.23" (209mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Waterbury Center, Vermont, during the entire year, snow falls for 100 days and aggregates up to 52.87" (1343mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Waterbury Center, is 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Waterbury Center in December?

In December, it is snowing for 19.6 days. Throughout December, 8.23" (209mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Waterbury Center have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Waterbury Center have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Waterbury Center, VT

Average temperature in December - Waterbury Center, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Waterbury Center, VT

Average pressure in December - Waterbury Center, 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
Waterbury Center, VT

Average wind speed in December - Waterbury Center, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Waterbury Center, VT

Average humidity in December - Waterbury Center, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Waterbury Center, VT

Average rainfall in December - Waterbury Center, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Waterbury Center, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Waterbury Center, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Waterbury Center, VT

Average snowfall in December - Waterbury Center, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Waterbury Center, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Waterbury Center, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Waterbury Center, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waterbury Center, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Waterbury Center, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Waterbury Center, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Waterbury Center, VT

Average UV index in December - Waterbury Center, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Waterbury Center, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Waterbury Center, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Waterbury Center, VT

Average visibility in December - Waterbury Center, 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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