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Stamford Weather in December

December in Stamford brings low temperatures around 7°C (45°F) during the day, dropping to -1°C (30°F) at night, with quite a bit of snow/rainfall expected, averaging around 115 mm (4.5 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Stamford in December

Typically, you can expect about 12 days of snow/rain this month, with 115 mm (4.5 in) on average. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Stamford in December

Stamford in December gets highs of 7°C (45°F) during the day and drops to -1°C (30°F) at night. The winter season takes place during December. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows of -1°C (30°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated.

Sunshine in Stamford in December

The month brings about 141 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and overcast.

December in Stamford 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.

Stamford Temperature in December

Min Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
115 mm (4.5 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
64% *
Sunshine
141 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
48% *
* Data from: New York City, the United States of America (43 KM, 27 Miles).

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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 Stamford in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Stamford 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. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Stamford in December

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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