December weather forecast
Ashby, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Ashby, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and max 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Ashby observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Ashby, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.7 snowfall days, and 23.7" (602mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ashby, records 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ashby, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ashby, in December, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ashby, MA

Average temperature in December - Ashby, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Ashby, MA

Average pressure in December - Ashby, MA
  • 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ashby, MA

Average wind speed in December - Ashby, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Ashby, MA

Average humidity in December - Ashby, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Ashby, MA

Average rainfall in December - Ashby, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Ashby, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Ashby, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ashby, MA

Average snowfall in December - Ashby, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ashby, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Ashby, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ashby, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ashby, MA
  • 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ashby, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Ashby, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Ashby, MA

Average UV index in December - Ashby, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ashby, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Ashby, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Ashby, MA

Average visibility in December - Ashby, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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