December weather forecast
Forest Dale, VT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Forest Dale, Vermont, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

In Forest Dale, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Forest Dale, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.3 rainfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Forest Dale, during December, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow. In Forest Dale, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.8 days and aggregates up to 18.78" (477mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Forest Dale.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Forest Dale, Vermont, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Forest Dale in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Forest Dale are 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 20.7°F (-6.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Forest Dale?

In Forest Dale, Vermont, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Forest Dale?

In Forest Dale, Vermont, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Forest Dale?

In December, in Forest Dale, Vermont, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Forest Dale?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Forest Dale have in December?

In Forest Dale, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Forest Dale?

On the first day of December in Forest Dale, Vermont, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Forest Dale have in December?

In Forest Dale, Vermont, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Forest Dale?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Forest Dale?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Forest Dale is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average temperature in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average pressure in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average wind speed in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average humidity in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average rainfall in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average snowfall in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.4 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
Forest Dale, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average UV index in December - Forest Dale, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Forest Dale, VT

Average visibility in December - Forest Dale, VT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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