December weather forecastBennington, NY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Bennington, New York, with an average temperature varying between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).Temperature
December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). In Bennington, the month of December records an average minimum temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C), a slight dip from the daily highs.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.Rainfall
In Bennington, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bennington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.6 days and collects up to 28.54" (725mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Bennington. In Bennington, during December, snow falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.68" (195mm) of snow. In Bennington, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.2 days and aggregates up to 40.51" (1029mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, 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 is 2.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bennington, NY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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 48min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
