December weather forecast
Plymouth, CT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Plymouth, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Plymouth experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). In Plymouth, the average low-temperature during the month of December is a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Plymouth, Connecticut, is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Plymouth, Connecticut, is December, when the rain falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Plymouth are January through May, October through December. In Plymouth, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow. In Plymouth, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.9 days and aggregates up to 18.43" (468mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Plymouth.
On the first day of December in Plymouth, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Plymouth, 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 Plymouth. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Plymouth in December?

Plymouth in December has an average high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°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 July is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Plymouth?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Plymouth?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Plymouth in December?

In Plymouth, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Plymouth in December?

In Plymouth, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Plymouth?

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

How many hours of daylight does Plymouth have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Plymouth?

On the first day of December in Plymouth, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Plymouth have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Plymouth, Connecticut, is 4.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Plymouth?

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

Average temperature in December - Plymouth, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°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 (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Plymouth, CT

Average pressure in December - Plymouth, 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
Plymouth, CT

Average wind speed in December - Plymouth, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Plymouth, CT

Average humidity in December - Plymouth, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

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
Plymouth, CT

Average rainfall in December - Plymouth, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Plymouth, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Plymouth, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Plymouth, CT

Average snowfall in December - Plymouth, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Plymouth, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Plymouth, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 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
Plymouth, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Plymouth, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and 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
Plymouth, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Plymouth, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Plymouth, CT

Average UV index in December - Plymouth, 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
Plymouth, CT

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Plymouth, CT

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

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

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