Montpelier weather in December (Vermont, United States of America)

What is the weather forecast for Montpelier in December? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

The month of December in Montpelier typically brings very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. During December, you’ll experience the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 1°C, while nights can cool down to about -8°C. The month brings very cold weather, so dressing warmly is essential. Prepare with multiple layers for added warmth.

Precipitation

Montpelier in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 104 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 17 days with snow/rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 93 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Montpelier. September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Montpelier climate page with graphs.

 

Montpelier, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -8°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 104 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 93 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 33% *  

Data from: Burlington, the United States of America (55 KM, 34 Miles).

Where to go 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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