December weather forecast
Newington, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Newington, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C) and an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). Newington in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

In Newington, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall 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 Newington, Connecticut, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Newington, 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 Newington.
On the first day of December in Newington, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Newington?

In Newington, in December, the average high-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Newington?

In December, the average relative humidity in Newington, Connecticut, is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Newington?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Newington in December?

In Newington, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Newington in December?

In December, in Newington, Connecticut, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newington?

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

How many hours of daylight does Newington have in December?

The average day length in December in Newington is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Newington?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Newington, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Newington?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Newington?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Newington.

How high is the UV index in December in Newington?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Newington, CT

Average temperature in December - Newington, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Newington, CT

Average pressure in December - Newington, 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
Newington, CT

Average wind speed in December - Newington, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Newington, CT

Average humidity in December - Newington, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Newington, CT

Average rainfall in December - Newington, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Newington, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Newington, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Newington, CT

Average snowfall in December - Newington, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Newington, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Newington, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newington, 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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Newington, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Newington, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Newington, CT

Average UV index in December - Newington, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Newington, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Newington, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Newington, CT

Average visibility in December - Newington, 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).

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