December weather forecast
Old Saybrook, CT

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Weather in December

December embodies a typical winter climate in Old Saybrook, Connecticut. The city glows under festive lights, bringing cheer despite the cold weather. With the snowfall increasing, December retains a frosty atmosphere with cooler daylight hours. The windy conditions continue from November, making the winter chill more pronounced. December temperature fluctuates from a low of 32.4°F (0.2°C) to a high of 41.9°F (5.5°C), wrapping up the annual weather pattern in Old Saybrook.

Temperature

During the shift to December, Old Saybrook records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Throughout December, Old Saybrook witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Old Saybrook, Connecticut, is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Old Saybrook, during December, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Old Saybrook, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.2 days and aggregates up to 9.53" (242mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Old Saybrook, in December, the average water temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C).
Note: Swimming in 48.9°F (9.4°C) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling, and going below 50°F (10°C) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Old Saybrook, Connecticut, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. 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 Old Saybrook?

In December, in Old Saybrook, the average high-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Old Saybrook?

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

What is the rainiest month in Old Saybrook?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Old Saybrook, Connecticut. Rain falls for 13 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Old Saybrook in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Old Saybrook in December?

In Old Saybrook, during December, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in December in Old Saybrook?

In Old Saybrook, the average seawater temperature in December is 48.9°F (9.4°C). Swimming in 48.9°F (9.4°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Old Saybrook?

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

How many hours of daylight does Old Saybrook have in December?

In Old Saybrook, Connecticut, the average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Old Saybrook?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Old Saybrook, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Old Saybrook?

The months with the least sunshine in Old Saybrook, Connecticut, are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Old Saybrook?

The average sunshine duration in December in Old Saybrook, Connecticut, is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Old Saybrook?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Old Saybrook?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Old Saybrook is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Old Saybrook, CT

Average temperature in December - Old Saybrook, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Old Saybrook, CT

Average pressure in December - Old Saybrook, 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
Old Saybrook, CT

Average wind speed in December - Old Saybrook, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Old Saybrook, CT

Average humidity in December - Old Saybrook, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Old Saybrook, CT

Average rainfall in December - Old Saybrook, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Old Saybrook, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Old Saybrook, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Old Saybrook, CT

Average snowfall in December - Old Saybrook, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Old Saybrook, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Old Saybrook, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Old Saybrook, CT

Average sea temperature in December - Old Saybrook, CT
  • Average sea temperature in December: 48.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.8°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Old Saybrook, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Old Saybrook, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Old Saybrook, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Old Saybrook, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Old Saybrook, CT

Average UV index in December - Old Saybrook, 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
Old Saybrook, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Old Saybrook, 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
Old Saybrook, CT

Average visibility in December - Old Saybrook, 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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