December weather forecast
West Fairlee, VT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Fairlee, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

West Fairlee's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). An average temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

In West Fairlee, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In West Fairlee, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In West Fairlee, in December, during 13.9 snowfall days, 7.2" (183mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In West Fairlee, during the entire year, snow falls for 77.6 days and aggregates up to 45.12" (1146mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in West Fairlee is 3.9h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

West Fairlee in December has an average high-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in West Fairlee is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In West Fairlee, Vermont, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In West Fairlee, in December, during 13.9 snowfall days, 7.2" (183mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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?

In West Fairlee, the average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Fairlee?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

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 minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
West Fairlee, VT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°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 (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
West Fairlee, VT

Average pressure in December - West Fairlee, 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
West Fairlee, VT

Average wind speed in December - West Fairlee, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
West Fairlee, VT

Average humidity in December - West Fairlee, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

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
West Fairlee, VT

Average rainfall in December - West Fairlee, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
West Fairlee, VT

Average rainfall days in December - West Fairlee, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Fairlee, VT

Average snowfall in December - West Fairlee, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Fairlee, VT

Average snowfall days in December - West Fairlee, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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 Fairlee, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Fairlee, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Fairlee, VT

Average sunshine days in December - West Fairlee, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
West Fairlee, VT

Average UV index in December - West Fairlee, VT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
West Fairlee, VT

Average cloud cover in December - West Fairlee, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
West Fairlee, VT

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

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

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