December weather forecast
Attleboro, MA

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Weather in December

December sees Attleboro firmly in the grasp of winter. The noticeable increase of snowfall up to 2.32" (59mm) creates a winter wonderland. The temperatures drop significantly, bringing with them a chilling wind that whistles through the city streets. This is a time of wrapping up, both metaphorically and literally, with coats and scarfs being essentials. Guided by the seasonal changes, the city anticipates the dawn of a new year, hoping it will bring peaceful and sunny days like those in the past January.

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50°F (10°C) in November to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Attleboro, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.9 rainfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Attleboro, in December, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.32" (59mm) of snow. In Attleboro, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.8 days and aggregates up to 14.13" (359mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Attleboro. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Attleboro, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Attleboro, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Attleboro is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Attleboro, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 Attleboro?

In Attleboro, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Attleboro, MA

Average temperature in December - Attleboro, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Attleboro, MA

Average pressure in December - Attleboro, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Attleboro, MA

Average wind speed in December - Attleboro, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Attleboro, MA

Average humidity in December - Attleboro, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, September and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Attleboro, MA

Average rainfall in December - Attleboro, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Attleboro, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Attleboro, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Attleboro, MA

Average snowfall in December - Attleboro, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Attleboro, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Attleboro, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Attleboro, MA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Attleboro, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Attleboro, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Attleboro, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Attleboro, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Attleboro, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Attleboro, MA

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

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

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