December weather forecast
Vergennes, VT

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Weather in December

December welcomes the first traces of winter in Vergennes. As temperatures drop further to an average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C), snowfall continues to rise. The days get shorter, and sunshine hours reduce, brightening only for a small span of the day. Cold, snowy outdoors paint a picturesque winter scene, making December a perfect time for winter recreational activities. As the city gets decked up for holiday celebrations amidst snowfall, December wraps up the year on a merry note.

Temperature

Vergennes's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In December, the recorded average low-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

In Vergennes, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Vergennes, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Vergennes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174 days and collects up to 26.06" (662mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Vergennes, during December, snow falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.91" (150mm) of snow. In Vergennes, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.5 days and aggregates up to 36.02" (915mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Vergennes, 30.7°F (-0.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 20.7°F (-6.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Vergennes in December?

In Vergennes, Vermont, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Vergennes in December?

In Vergennes, in December, snow falls for 14.9 days, with typically accumulated 5.91" (150mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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 December, the average day length in Vergennes is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Vergennes?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Vergennes, VT

Average temperature in December - Vergennes, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Vergennes, VT

Average pressure in December - Vergennes, VT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"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).

Average wind speed in December
Vergennes, VT

Average wind speed in December - Vergennes, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Vergennes, VT

Average humidity in December - Vergennes, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Vergennes, VT

Average rainfall in December - Vergennes, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Vergennes, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Vergennes, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Vergennes, VT

Average snowfall in December - Vergennes, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Vergennes, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Vergennes, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Vergennes, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vergennes, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Vergennes, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Vergennes, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7 days).

Average UV index in December
Vergennes, VT

Average UV index in December - Vergennes, 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
Vergennes, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Vergennes, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Vergennes, VT

Average visibility in December - Vergennes, VT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is May (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (4mi).

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