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Middlebury Weather in December

Middlebury in December averages 2°C (36°F) during the day and -6°C (21°F) at night. This is part of the winter season, and quite a bit of snow/rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Middlebury in December

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 16 days with snow/rain, averaging 92 mm (3.6 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Middlebury in December

Daytime temperatures in Middlebury reach 2°C (36°F) in December, dropping to -6°C (21°F) at night. The winter season is characteristic of December. Expect a distinctly cold feel throughout the day, not just overnight. With lows of -6°C (21°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Sunshine in Middlebury in December

The city usually sees around 93 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

December in Middlebury has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Middlebury Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C (21°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 92 mm (3.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 93 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 33% *  
* Data from: Burlington, the United States of America (50 KM, 31 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the United States of America in December →

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Middlebury in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Middlebury in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Middlebury in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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