December weather forecast
Becket, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Becket, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and an average low of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Becket experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C). During December, the temperature is averaged to a low of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) at night.

Humidity

In Becket, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Becket, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Becket, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 34.33" (872mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 6.42" (163mm) of snow is accumulated. In Becket, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.9 days and aggregates up to 39.69" (1008mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Becket, is 33.6°F (0.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Becket?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Becket, in December, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 6.42" (163mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Becket have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Becket, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Becket, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Becket, MA

Average temperature in December - Becket, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Becket, MA

Average pressure in December - Becket, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Becket, MA

Average wind speed in December - Becket, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Becket, MA

Average humidity in December - Becket, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Becket, MA

Average rainfall in December - Becket, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Becket, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Becket, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Becket, MA

Average snowfall in December - Becket, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Becket, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Becket, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Becket, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Becket, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Becket, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Becket, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Becket, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Becket, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Becket, MA

Average visibility in December - Becket, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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