December weather forecast
Sheldon Springs, VT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Sheldon Springs, Vermont, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and max 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) to a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C). In December, Sheldon Springs encounters an average low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Sheldon Springs, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, in Sheldon Springs, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sheldon Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.9 days and collects up to 31.89" (810mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Sheldon Springs, it is snowing for 16.5 days. Throughout December, 7.72" (196mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sheldon Springs, there are 87.5 snowfall days, and 45.98" (1168mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Sheldon Springs, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Sheldon Springs, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sheldon Springs?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Sheldon Springs, is 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sheldon Springs?

In December, the average relative humidity in Sheldon Springs is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sheldon Springs?

In Sheldon Springs, Vermont, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sheldon Springs?

In Sheldon Springs, Vermont, in December, snow falls for 16.5 days, with typically accumulated 7.72" (196mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sheldon Springs?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sheldon Springs?

In December, the average day length in Sheldon Springs, Vermont, is 8h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sheldon Springs?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheldon Springs have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sheldon Springs is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sheldon Springs?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Sheldon Springs?

In Sheldon Springs, Vermont, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sheldon Springs, VT

Average temperature in December - Sheldon Springs, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sheldon Springs, VT

Average pressure in December - Sheldon Springs, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sheldon Springs, VT

Average wind speed in December - Sheldon Springs, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sheldon Springs, VT

Average humidity in December - Sheldon Springs, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sheldon Springs, VT

Average rainfall in December - Sheldon Springs, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sheldon Springs, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Sheldon Springs, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sheldon Springs, VT

Average snowfall in December - Sheldon Springs, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sheldon Springs, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Sheldon Springs, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.8 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
Sheldon Springs, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sheldon Springs, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sheldon Springs, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Sheldon Springs, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sheldon Springs, VT

Average UV index in December - Sheldon Springs, VT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Sheldon Springs, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Sheldon Springs, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Sheldon Springs, VT

Average visibility in December - Sheldon Springs, VT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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