December weather forecastKensington, CT
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Kensington, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C).Temperature
In Kensington, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). During December, Kensington experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 28°F (-2.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Kensington is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Kensington is December, when the rain falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Kensington, Connecticut, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Kensington, there are 31.7 snowfall days, and 17.2" (437mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kensington, Connecticut.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index in Kensington, Connecticut, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Kensington, CT
- Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Kensington, 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
Kensington, CT
- Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Kensington, CT
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Kensington, CT
- Average rainfall in December: 3.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in December
Kensington, CT
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kensington, CT
- Average snowfall in December: 3.23"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Kensington, CT
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kensington, CT
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kensington, CT
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Kensington, CT
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Kensington, CT
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Kensington, CT
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May and September (5mi).
