December weather forecast
Sheldon, VT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Sheldon, Vermont, with an average temperature varying between 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C) to a subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C). Sheldon's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Sheldon is 87%.

Rainfall

In Sheldon, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sheldon, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sheldon, Vermont, during December, snow falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.92" (252mm) of snow. In Sheldon, during the entire year, snow falls for 99.8 days and aggregates up to 61.54" (1563mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sheldon, 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.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sheldon in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sheldon, records 28.8°F (-1.8°C), while the low-temperature is 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sheldon?

The average relative humidity in December in Sheldon is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sheldon?

In Sheldon, Vermont, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sheldon?

In Sheldon, in December, during 18.5 snowfall days, 9.92" (252mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sheldon?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sheldon have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sheldon?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 long on average sun shines in December in Sheldon?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sheldon, Vermont, is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sheldon?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Sheldon?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Sheldon, Vermont, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sheldon, VT

Average temperature in December - Sheldon, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sheldon, VT

Average pressure in December - Sheldon, 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, VT

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

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

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Average humidity in December
Sheldon, VT

Average humidity in December - Sheldon, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sheldon, VT

Average rainfall in December - Sheldon, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (2.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sheldon, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Sheldon, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sheldon, VT

Average snowfall in December - Sheldon, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sheldon, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Sheldon, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22 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, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sheldon, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sheldon, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Sheldon, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sheldon, VT

Average UV index in December - Sheldon, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sheldon, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Sheldon, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Sheldon, VT

Average visibility in December - Sheldon, VT
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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