December weather forecast
West Topsham, VT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Topsham, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). West Topsham's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in West Topsham is 86%.

Rainfall

In West Topsham, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.6 rainfall days, and 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Topsham, in December, during 21 snowfall days, 9.37" (238mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.7 snowfall days, and 58.82" (1494mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce 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. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and the low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In West Topsham, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In West Topsham, in December, snow falls for 21 days, with typically accumulated 9.37" (238mm) 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.

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

In December, the average day length is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Topsham?

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 7:24 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In West Topsham, Vermont, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November 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 minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
West Topsham, VT

Average temperature in December - West Topsham, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
West Topsham, VT

Average pressure in December - West Topsham, 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 Topsham, VT

Average wind speed in December - West Topsham, 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 (5mph).

Average humidity in December
West Topsham, VT

Average humidity in December - West Topsham, 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
West Topsham, VT

Average rainfall in December - West Topsham, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
West Topsham, VT

Average rainfall days in December - West Topsham, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Topsham, VT

Average snowfall in December - West Topsham, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Topsham, VT

Average snowfall days in December - West Topsham, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.3 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 Topsham, VT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Topsham, VT

Average sunshine days in December - West Topsham, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in December
West Topsham, VT

Average UV index in December - West Topsham, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
West Topsham, VT

Average cloud cover in December - West Topsham, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
West Topsham, VT

Average visibility in December - West Topsham, 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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