December weather forecast
Essex Junction, VT

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Weather in December

December marks the onset of winter with its chilly temperatures and snow-covered landscapes. The month stands out due to it being the second highest in terms of snowfall, receiving a good 3.43" (87mm) of snow. The holiday season is made all the more festive by the snowfall. The days are mostly gray, with short daylight hours, making it the perfect time for indoor activities and holiday preparations.

Temperature

The commencement of December in Essex Junction, Vermont, indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). Essex Junction reports a consistent average low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

In Essex Junction, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Essex Junction, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.4 rainfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Essex Junction, Vermont. In December, it is snowing for 17.3 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated. In Essex Junction, Vermont, during the entire year, snow falls for 87.7 days and aggregates up to 22.64" (575mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Essex Junction, Vermont, 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 the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Essex Junction?

The high-temperature, in December, in Essex Junction, records 30.4°F (-0.9°C), while the low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Essex Junction?

In December, the average relative humidity in Essex Junction, Vermont, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Essex Junction in December?

In December, in Essex Junction, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Essex Junction?

In Essex Junction, in December, snow falls for 17.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Essex Junction?

December has the shortest days of the year in Essex Junction, Vermont, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Essex Junction have in December?

The average day length in December in Essex Junction is 8h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Essex Junction?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Essex Junction?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Essex Junction?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Essex Junction?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Essex Junction is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Essex Junction, VT

Average temperature in December - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Essex Junction, VT

Average pressure in December - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Essex Junction, VT

Average wind speed in December - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Essex Junction, VT

Average humidity in December - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Essex Junction, VT

Average rainfall in December - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in December
Essex Junction, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Essex Junction, VT

Average snowfall in December - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Essex Junction, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (19.8 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
Essex Junction, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Essex Junction, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Essex Junction, VT

Average UV index in December - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Essex Junction, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Essex Junction, VT

Average visibility in December - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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