December weather forecast
Wilmington, VT

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Weather in December

December announces the arrival of winter in full swing in Wilmington, Vermont. A substantial amount of snowfall blankets the city, with approximately 5.91" (150mm) of snow covering the ground. The dropping temperature and icy breezes solidify the winter atmosphere. Daylight becomes scarce as the shortest day of the year occurs in this month. With high pressure and consistent cloud cover, the final month of the year is a stunning, wintry spectacle.

Temperature

December in Wilmington involves a decrease in temperature, down from a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). During December, Wilmington records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Wilmington, Vermont, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Wilmington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.7 days and collects up to 25.75" (654mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wilmington, in December, during 10.6 snowfall days, 5.91" (150mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wilmington, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.7 days and aggregates up to 37.68" (957mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Wilmington, Vermont. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wilmington in December?

The high-temperature in Wilmington during December is 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and the low-temperature is 21.2°F (-6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wilmington?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Wilmington?

In Wilmington, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Wilmington in December?

In Wilmington, during December, snow falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.91" (150mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wilmington?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Wilmington have in December?

The average day length in December in Wilmington, Vermont, is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wilmington?

On the first day of December in Wilmington, Vermont, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wilmington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Wilmington?

The months with the lowest UV index in Wilmington, Vermont, are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Wilmington?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Wilmington is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wilmington, VT

Average temperature in December - Wilmington, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°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 (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.2°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 (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Wilmington, VT

Average pressure in December - Wilmington, VT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Wilmington, VT

Average wind speed in December - Wilmington, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Wilmington, VT

Average humidity in December - Wilmington, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Wilmington, VT

Average rainfall in December - Wilmington, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in December
Wilmington, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Wilmington, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Wilmington, VT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Wilmington, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Wilmington, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 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
Wilmington, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wilmington, VT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Wilmington, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Wilmington, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Wilmington, VT

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Wilmington, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Wilmington, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Wilmington, VT

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

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

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