December weather forecastTorrington, CT
December
Weather in December
December in Torrington rings in the winter season, with significantly lower temperatures, increased snowfall of 3.35" (85mm), and some of the shortest daylight hours of the year. With weather conditions leaning towards a winter wonderland setting, it reflects a festive mood that coincides with Christmas celebrations. A marked increase in wind speed also indicates the arrival of winter gusts, highlighting the change from fall to winter.Temperature
December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C). An average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) marks the nights in Torrington throughout December.Humidity
In Torrington, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Torrington, Connecticut, are January through May, October through December. In Torrington, during December, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Torrington, Connecticut, during the entire year, snow falls for 40 days and aggregates up to 20.55" (522mm) 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 December, 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 Torrington, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. 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: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Torrington, CT
- Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Torrington, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Torrington, 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 (5.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Torrington, CT
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Torrington, CT
- Average rainfall in December: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").
Average rainfall days in December
Torrington, CT
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Torrington, CT
- Average snowfall in December: 3.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Torrington, CT
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Torrington, CT
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 36min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Torrington, CT
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Torrington, CT
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Torrington, CT
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in December
Torrington, CT
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
