December weather forecast
Pomfret, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Pomfret, Connecticut, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). Pomfret records an average nighttime low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Pomfret is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Pomfret, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Pomfret, Connecticut, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 14.02" (356mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Pomfret is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pomfret. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Pomfret in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pomfret?

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

What is the wettest month in Pomfret?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Pomfret in December?

In Pomfret, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Pomfret in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pomfret?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pomfret have in December?

In December, the average day length in Pomfret is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pomfret?

On the first day of December in Pomfret, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pomfret?

The average sunshine duration in December in Pomfret is 4.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Pomfret?

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

Average temperature in December - Pomfret, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°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 (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pomfret, CT

Average pressure in December - Pomfret, CT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"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
Pomfret, CT

Average wind speed in December - Pomfret, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pomfret, CT

Average humidity in December - Pomfret, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, July, September and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pomfret, CT

Average rainfall in December - Pomfret, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pomfret, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Pomfret, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pomfret, CT

Average snowfall in December - Pomfret, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pomfret, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Pomfret, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pomfret, 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 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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pomfret, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Pomfret, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pomfret, CT

Average UV index in December - Pomfret, 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
Pomfret, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Pomfret, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Pomfret, CT

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

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

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