December weather forecast
Bennington, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bennington, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

December involves a decrease in temperature, down from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). The nights of December in Bennington cool down to an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C), subtly lower than daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bennington, there are 171.6 rainfall days, and 28.54" (725mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bennington, in December, during 17.8 snowfall days, 7.68" (195mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bennington, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.2 days and aggregates up to 40.51" (1029mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Bennington, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Bennington is 2.8h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bennington?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Bennington, is 34.7°F (1.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bennington?

In Bennington, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in Bennington in December?

In Bennington, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Bennington?

In December, in Bennington, New York, it is snowing for 17.8 days. Throughout December, 7.68" (195mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bennington?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bennington, New York.

What is the average length of the day in December in Bennington?

The average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bennington?

On the first day of December in Bennington, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bennington have in December?

In Bennington, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

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

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Bennington?

In Bennington, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bennington, NY

Average temperature in December - Bennington, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bennington, NY

Average pressure in December - Bennington, NY
  • 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
Bennington, NY

Average wind speed in December - Bennington, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bennington, NY

Average humidity in December - Bennington, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bennington, NY

Average rainfall in December - Bennington, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bennington, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Bennington, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bennington, NY

Average snowfall in December - Bennington, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bennington, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Bennington, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.2 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
Bennington, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bennington, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bennington, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Bennington, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bennington, NY

Average UV index in December - Bennington, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Bennington, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Bennington, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Bennington, NY

Average visibility in December - Bennington, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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