December weather forecast
Guilford, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Guilford, Connecticut, with an average temperature varying between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C). Throughout December, the temperature in Guilford, Connecticut, falls to an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

In Guilford, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Guilford, Connecticut. Rain falls for 13 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Guilford, during December, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Guilford, there are 26.4 snowfall days, and 10.12" (257mm) 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, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Guilford?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Guilford, is 41.4°F (5.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Guilford?

In Guilford, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

What is the wettest month in Guilford?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Guilford. Rain falls for 13 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Guilford?

In Guilford, Connecticut, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 3.94" (100mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Guilford?

In Guilford, Connecticut, in December, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Guilford?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In December, the average day length in Guilford is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Guilford?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Guilford?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Guilford, Connecticut, is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Guilford?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Guilford?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Guilford is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Guilford, CT

Average temperature in December - Guilford, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.4°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: 32.2°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 (25.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Guilford, CT

Average pressure in December - Guilford, 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
Guilford, CT

Average wind speed in December - Guilford, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Guilford, CT

Average humidity in December - Guilford, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Guilford, CT

Average rainfall in December - Guilford, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Guilford, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Guilford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Guilford, CT

Average snowfall in December - Guilford, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Guilford, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Guilford, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Guilford, CT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Guilford, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Guilford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Guilford, CT

Average UV index in December - Guilford, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Guilford, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Guilford, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Guilford, CT

Average visibility in December - Guilford, 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).

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