December weather forecast
Wallingford, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Wallingford, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°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 an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). In Wallingford, the average nighttime temperature during December is a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

In Wallingford, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Wallingford, Connecticut, is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Wallingford, Connecticut. In December, in Wallingford, Connecticut, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wallingford, during the entire year, snow falls for 30 days and aggregates up to 15.28" (388mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Wallingford, Connecticut, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Wallingford, 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. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Wallingford?

In December, in Wallingford, the average high-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wallingford?

The average relative humidity in December in Wallingford, Connecticut, is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Wallingford?

The month with the most rainfall in Wallingford, Connecticut, is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Wallingford?

In Wallingford, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Wallingford in December?

In December, in Wallingford, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wallingford?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wallingford have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wallingford?

On the first day of December in Wallingford, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wallingford have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Wallingford?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Wallingford?

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

Average temperature in December - Wallingford, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Wallingford, CT

Average pressure in December - Wallingford, 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
Wallingford, CT

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Wallingford, CT

Average humidity in December - Wallingford, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Wallingford, CT

Average rainfall in December - Wallingford, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Wallingford, CT

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Wallingford, CT

Average snowfall in December - Wallingford, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Wallingford, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Wallingford, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.4 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
Wallingford, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wallingford, 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
Wallingford, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Wallingford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Wallingford, CT

Average UV index in December - Wallingford, 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
Wallingford, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Wallingford, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

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
Wallingford, CT

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

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

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