December weather forecast
Kent, CT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kent, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.6°F (-3°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a cold 37°F (2.8°C). During the nights in December, Kent observes an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

In Kent, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Kent, Connecticut, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. In Kent, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 34.41" (874mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Kent, Connecticut, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. In Kent, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.3 days and aggregates up to 19.84" (504mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Kent, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Kent. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Kent?

In Kent, in December, the average high-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kent?

In Kent, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Kent in December?

In Kent, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Kent?

In Kent, Connecticut, during December, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kent?

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

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

In Kent, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Kent?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kent, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:33 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kent?

The average sunshine duration in December in Kent, Connecticut, is 4.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Kent?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kent, Connecticut, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kent, CT

Average temperature in December - Kent, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Kent, CT

Average pressure in December - Kent, 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
Kent, CT

Average wind speed in December - Kent, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Kent, CT

Average humidity in December - Kent, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kent, CT

Average rainfall in December - Kent, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

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
Kent, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Kent, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kent, CT

Average snowfall in December - Kent, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Kent, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Kent, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 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
Kent, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kent, 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 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
Kent, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Kent, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kent, CT

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Kent, CT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Kent, CT

Average visibility in December - Kent, 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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