December weather forecastEast Haven, CT
December
Weather in December
In December, East Haven finally embraces the winter season in full swing, as the temperatures settle between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C). As the snowflakes start to grace the town, December adds aesthetic value to the overall landscape. Shorter daylight hours and the onset of winter fog characterize this month's end condition. With winter festivities around the corner, the freezing East Haven temperatures and enchanting snow become part and parcel of the December scene.Temperature
As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is experienced.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in East Haven, Connecticut, is 75%.Rainfall
In East Haven, in December, during 9.1 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In East Haven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.8 days and collects up to 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.3 snowfall days, and 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December in East Haven, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
East Haven, CT
- Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).
Average pressure in December
East Haven, CT
- Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
East Haven, CT
- Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in December
East Haven, CT
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in December
East Haven, CT
- Average rainfall in December: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.51").
Average rainfall days in December
East Haven, CT
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
East Haven, CT
- Average snowfall in December: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
East Haven, CT
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Haven, CT
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
East Haven, CT
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (16.3 days).
Average UV index in December
East Haven, CT
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
East Haven, CT
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
East Haven, CT
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
