December weather forecast
Wolcott, VT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wolcott, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and min 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). During December, Wolcott's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Humidity

In Wolcott, Vermont, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Wolcott, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Wolcott, there are 160.2 rainfall days, and 32.8" (833mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wolcott are January through May, October through December. In Wolcott, during December, snow falls for 20 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.76" (248mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Wolcott, there are 106.1 snowfall days, and 63.46" (1612mm) 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 December in Wolcott, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Wolcott, the average sunshine in December is 2.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Wolcott?

In December, in Wolcott, the average high-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wolcott?

The average relative humidity in December in Wolcott is 87%.

How much does it rain in Wolcott in December?

In Wolcott, Vermont, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Wolcott in December?

In Wolcott, during December, snow falls for 20 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.76" (248mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wolcott?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Wolcott?

The average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Wolcott?

On the first day of December in Wolcott, Vermont, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wolcott?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Wolcott?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Wolcott?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Wolcott, Vermont, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Wolcott, VT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Wolcott, VT

Average pressure in December - Wolcott, 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
Wolcott, VT

Average wind speed in December - Wolcott, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Wolcott, VT

Average humidity in December - Wolcott, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Wolcott, VT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Wolcott, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Wolcott, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wolcott, VT

Average snowfall in December - Wolcott, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wolcott, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Wolcott, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wolcott, 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wolcott, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Wolcott, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Wolcott, VT

Average UV index in December - Wolcott, 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
Wolcott, VT

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Wolcott, VT

Average visibility in December - Wolcott, 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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