December weather forecastRutland, VT
December
Weather in December
December sees the journey full circle with the return of the wintry weather. Snowfall reaches 3.31" (84mm), tying with February as the second snowiest month of the year. Temperatures start to plummet, with the chill in the air symbolizing the end of the year. Yet, the minimal sunlight provides beautiful play of light and shadow on the snow-clad surfaces. The year concludes with a typical winter scene, complete with holiday vibes and glowing fairy lights, making for a festive end to the year in Rutland, Vermont.Temperature
December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's cold 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In December, Rutland encounters an average low-temperature of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) during the night.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
In Rutland, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rutland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.8 days and collects up to 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Rutland are January through May, October through December. In Rutland, in December, during 9.7 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rutland, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.6 days and aggregates up to 21.73" (552mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December in Rutland, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Rutland is 3.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Rutland are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. 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
Average temperature in December
Rutland, VT
- Average high temperature in December: 30.6°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 (25°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 20.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Rutland, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Rutland, VT
- Average wind speed in December: 7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Rutland, VT
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Rutland, VT
- Average rainfall in December: 1.3"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").
Average rainfall days in December
Rutland, VT
- Average rainfall days in December: 7 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rutland, VT
- Average snowfall in December: 3.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rutland, VT
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rutland, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rutland, VT
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Rutland, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Rutland, VT
- Average cloud cover in December: 66
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in December
Rutland, 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).
