December weather forecast
Shelburne, VT

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Weather in December

In Shelburne, December is synonymous with glowing holiday lights, festive decorations, and a blanket of snow. The month experiences snowfall of 3.43" (87mm) over 17.3 days. Despite the shorter daylight of only 8.9 hours, the town is illuminated with festive lights. As the year winds down, the holiday spirit compounded by the winter chill makes for a cheerful end to the year. The picture-postcard scenario makes December truly a winter wonderland in Shelburne.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Shelburne decreases in December, shifting from a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). Shelburne sees an average low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Shelburne is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, in Shelburne, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shelburne, 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 Shelburne. In December, in Shelburne, it is snowing for 17.3 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated. In Shelburne, during the entire year, snow falls for 87.7 days and aggregates up to 22.64" (575mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Shelburne. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Shelburne in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shelburne 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 Shelburne?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Shelburne?

In Shelburne, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Shelburne in December?

In Shelburne, during December, snow falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shelburne?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Shelburne?

The average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Shelburne?

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 Shelburne have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shelburne?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Shelburne?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Shelburne is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shelburne, VT

Average temperature in December - Shelburne, 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
Shelburne, VT

Average pressure in December - Shelburne, 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
Shelburne, VT

Average wind speed in December - Shelburne, 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
Shelburne, VT

Average humidity in December - Shelburne, 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
Shelburne, VT

Average rainfall in December - Shelburne, 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
Shelburne, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Shelburne, 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
Shelburne, VT

Average snowfall in December - Shelburne, 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
Shelburne, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Shelburne, 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
Shelburne, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shelburne, 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
Shelburne, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Shelburne, 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
Shelburne, VT

Average UV index in December - Shelburne, 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
Shelburne, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Shelburne, 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
Shelburne, VT

Average visibility in December - Shelburne, 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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