December weather forecast
South Burlington, VT

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Weather in December

December delivers a full-on winter show in South Burlington, with temperatures sinking to yearly lows. The city shudders in the cold, with the mercury dropping from 20.3°F (-6.5°C) to 30.4°F (-0.9°C). Snowfall is a common sight in December, adorning the city in a blanket of white. The scarcity of daylight is noticeable; the city has approximately 8.9 hours of daylight. As the year winds down, South Burlington embraces the festive season amid a typical winter backdrop.

Temperature

Start of December in South Burlington brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In South Burlington, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In South Burlington, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.4 rainfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In South Burlington, during December, snow falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow. In South Burlington, during the entire year, snow falls for 87.7 days and aggregates up to 22.64" (575mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in South Burlington is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in South Burlington?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in South Burlington?

In South Burlington, Vermont, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in South Burlington in December?

In South Burlington, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in South Burlington in December?

In December, in South Burlington, Vermont, it is snowing for 17.3 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Burlington?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in South Burlington?

The average day length in December in South Burlington, Vermont, is 8h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in South Burlington?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Burlington have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in South Burlington is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in South Burlington?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in South Burlington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Burlington, VT

Average temperature in December - South Burlington, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°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 (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Burlington, VT

Average pressure in December - South Burlington, VT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
South Burlington, VT

Average wind speed in December - South Burlington, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

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

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Average humidity in December
South Burlington, VT

Average humidity in December - South Burlington, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Burlington, VT

Average rainfall in December - South Burlington, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Burlington, VT

Average rainfall days in December - South Burlington, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Burlington, VT

Average snowfall in December - South Burlington, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Burlington, VT

Average snowfall days in December - South Burlington, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (19.8 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
South Burlington, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Burlington, 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 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Burlington, VT

Average sunshine days in December - South Burlington, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Burlington, VT

Average UV index in December - South Burlington, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
South Burlington, VT

Average cloud cover in December - South Burlington, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
South Burlington, VT

Average visibility in December - South Burlington, VT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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