December weather forecastHardwick, VT
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Hardwick, Vermont, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and min 17.6°F (-8°C).Temperature
December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C) to a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C). Hardwick reports a consistent average low-temperature of 17.6°F (-8°C) throughout December nights.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Hardwick is 87%.Rainfall
In Hardwick, in December, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.1 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hardwick, during December, snow falls for 21.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 110.1 snowfall days, and 36.61" (930mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December in Hardwick, Vermont, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:19 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 2.9h.UV index
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Hardwick, VT
- Average high temperature in December: 27.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 17.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Hardwick, VT
- Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Hardwick, VT
- Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Hardwick, VT
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Hardwick, VT
- Average rainfall in December: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.1").
Average rainfall days in December
Hardwick, VT
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hardwick, VT
- Average snowfall in December: 5.71"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hardwick, VT
- Average snowfall days in December: 21.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hardwick, VT
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 54min
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: 2h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hardwick, VT
- Average sunshine days in December: 7.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Hardwick, VT
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Hardwick, VT
- Average cloud cover in December: 74
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 78).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in December
Hardwick, VT
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September and December (4mi).
