December weather forecast
Goshen, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Goshen, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.7°F (2.6°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C). Goshen, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In Goshen, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Goshen, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. In Goshen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.1 days and collects up to 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Goshen. In Goshen, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow. In Goshen, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.4 days and aggregates up to 25.59" (650mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Goshen. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Goshen in December?

December temperatures in Goshen, Connecticut, vary between a high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Goshen?

The average relative humidity in December in Goshen, Connecticut, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Goshen?

In Goshen, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Goshen?

In Goshen, Connecticut, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Goshen?

December has the shortest days of the year in Goshen, Connecticut, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Goshen?

On the first day of December in Goshen, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Goshen?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Goshen, Connecticut, is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Goshen?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Goshen, Connecticut.

How high is the UV index in December in Goshen?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Goshen, Connecticut, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Goshen, CT

Average temperature in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Goshen, CT

Average pressure in December - Goshen, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Goshen, CT

Average wind speed in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Goshen, CT

Average humidity in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Goshen, CT

Average rainfall in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Goshen, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Goshen, CT

Average snowfall in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Goshen, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Goshen, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Goshen, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Goshen, CT

Average UV index in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Goshen, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Goshen, CT

Average visibility in December - Goshen, CT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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