December weather forecast
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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Oxford, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.4°F (-2°C) and max 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Oxford experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to an icy 39°F (3.9°C). Oxford experiences an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) in month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Oxford is December, when the rain falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Oxford, Connecticut. December is the month with the most snowfall in Oxford. Snow falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) 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 6:59 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Oxford, Connecticut. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Oxford during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Oxford, is 39°F (3.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oxford?

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

What is the wettest month in Oxford?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Oxford in December?

In December, in Oxford, Connecticut, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Oxford?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Oxford?

In Oxford, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oxford?

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

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

In Oxford, Connecticut, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Oxford?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oxford?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Oxford?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Oxford?

In Oxford, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oxford, CT

Average temperature in December - Oxford, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Oxford, CT

Average pressure in December - Oxford, 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
Oxford, CT

Average wind speed in December - Oxford, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Oxford, CT

Average humidity in December - Oxford, 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
Oxford, CT

Average rainfall in December - Oxford, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Oxford, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Oxford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Oxford, CT

Average snowfall in December - Oxford, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Oxford, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Oxford, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 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
Oxford, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oxford, CT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oxford, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Oxford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oxford, CT

Average UV index in December - Oxford, 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
Oxford, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Oxford, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Oxford, CT

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

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

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