December weather forecast
Taconic, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Taconic, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.8°F (2.1°C) and min 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's chilly 46.4°F (8°C) to a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C). Taconic records a steady low-temperature average of 25°F (-3.9°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Taconic is 82%.

Rainfall

In Taconic, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Taconic, Connecticut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 32.64" (829mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Taconic, there are 51.4 snowfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:02 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, in Taconic, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Taconic in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Taconic, Connecticut, during December are 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Taconic?

The average relative humidity in December in Taconic is 82%.

How much does it rain in Taconic in December?

In Taconic, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Taconic in December?

In Taconic, during December, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.67" (144mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Taconic?

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

How many hours of daylight does Taconic have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Taconic?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Taconic?

In Taconic, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Taconic?

In Taconic, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Taconic, CT

Average temperature in December - Taconic, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Taconic, CT

Average pressure in December - Taconic, 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
Taconic, CT

Average wind speed in December - Taconic, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Taconic, CT

Average humidity in December - Taconic, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Taconic, CT

Average rainfall in December - Taconic, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in December
Taconic, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Taconic, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Taconic, CT

Average snowfall in December - Taconic, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Taconic, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Taconic, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.6 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
Taconic, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Taconic, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Taconic, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Taconic, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Taconic, CT

Average UV index in December - Taconic, CT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Taconic, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Taconic, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Taconic, CT

Average visibility in December - Taconic, CT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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