December weather forecast
West Dover, VT

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Weather in December

December in West Dover brings back the intense winter conditions. The city appears in its signature winter look with fresh snowfall recorded at 9.53" (242mm). Stepping onto the chilling zone, temperatures drop to fall between 21.2°F (-6°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The daylight hours are few, and the month sees an increase in humidity levels. The shift from November, with a decrease in temperature and daylight hours, reflects the arrival of the coldest period of the year.

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Throughout December, West Dover witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In West Dover, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Dover, Vermont, there are 162.9 rainfall days, and 38.46" (977mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Dover, during December, snow falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.53" (242mm) of snow. In West Dover, during the entire year, snow falls for 79.7 days and aggregates up to 64.41" (1636mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of December, in West Dover, Vermont, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Dover, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Dover, Vermont, are 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in West Dover in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in West Dover are 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in West Dover?

In West Dover, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in West Dover?

In December, in West Dover, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in West Dover?

In West Dover, during December, snow falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.53" (242mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Dover?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in West Dover.

How many hours of daylight does West Dover have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Dover?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Dover, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Dover have in December?

In West Dover, Vermont, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in West Dover?

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in West Dover, Vermont.

What is the UV index intensity in December in West Dover?

In West Dover, Vermont, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Dover, VT

Average temperature in December - West Dover, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°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 (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in December
West Dover, VT

Average pressure in December - West Dover, VT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Dover, VT

Average wind speed in December - West Dover, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
West Dover, VT

Average humidity in December - West Dover, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
West Dover, VT

Average rainfall in December - West Dover, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.72").

Average rainfall days in December
West Dover, VT

Average rainfall days in December - West Dover, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Dover, VT

Average snowfall in December - West Dover, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (16.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Dover, VT

Average snowfall days in December - West Dover, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Dover, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Dover, VT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Dover, VT

Average sunshine days in December - West Dover, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
West Dover, VT

Average UV index in December - West Dover, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
West Dover, VT

Average cloud cover in December - West Dover, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
West Dover, VT

Average visibility in December - West Dover, VT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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