December weather forecastWest Haven, CT
December
Weather in December
The advent of December signals the commencement of winter season in West Haven. With a vivid shift from November's moderate climate, the weather plunges into the cold zone, accompanied by an increasing chance of snowfall. The West Haven sight transitions into a winter wonderland, with snow-capped trees and rooftops painting a picturesque scene. Adding a festive charm to the already mesmerizing milieu, December proudly hosts the year's best celebrations. Despite the winter chill, the city does not shy away from celebrating its festivities on a grand scale.Temperature
December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). West Haven records an average nighttime low of 32.5°F (0.3°C) in December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 75%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In West Haven, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.1 snowfall days, and 9.21" (234mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:32 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
West Haven, CT
- Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).
Average pressure in December
West Haven, 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
West Haven, CT
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in December
West Haven, CT
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (72%).
Average rainfall in December
West Haven, CT
- Average rainfall in December: 3.86"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").
Average rainfall days in December
West Haven, CT
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
West Haven, CT
- Average snowfall in December: 1.34"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
West Haven, CT
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Haven, CT
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
West Haven, CT
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
West Haven, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
West Haven, CT
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
West Haven, CT
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
