December weather forecast
Hampton, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Hampton, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.2°F (4°C) and min 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). During the month of December, Hampton experiences a steady low-temperature average of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Hampton, Connecticut, in December, during 8.3 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hampton, there are 112.3 rainfall days, and 9.33" (237mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hampton are January through May, November and December. In Hampton, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hampton, Connecticut, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.5 days and aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hampton. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hampton?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hampton, is 39.2°F (4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hampton?

The average relative humidity in December in Hampton is 78%.

How much does it rain in Hampton in December?

In Hampton, in December, during 8.3 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Hampton?

In Hampton, Connecticut, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hampton?

The month with the shortest days in Hampton, Connecticut, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hampton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hampton, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hampton?

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Hampton.

How many hours of sunshine does Hampton have in December?

In Hampton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hampton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hampton, CT

Average temperature in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hampton, CT

Average pressure in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hampton, CT

Average wind speed in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hampton, CT

Average humidity in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hampton, CT

Average rainfall in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hampton, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hampton, CT

Average snowfall in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hampton, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 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
Hampton, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hampton, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hampton, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hampton, CT

Average UV index in December - Hampton, 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
Hampton, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, May and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Hampton, CT

Average visibility in December - Hampton, CT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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