December weather forecast
Bellingham, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bellingham, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C). Bellingham, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bellingham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.7 days and collects up to 10.91" (277mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bellingham, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.4 snowfall days, and 6.02" (153mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

During December, Bellingham experiences an average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bellingham, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bellingham, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bellingham, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bellingham?

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 Bellingham?

In Bellingham, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bellingham have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Bellingham, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Bellingham, MA

Average pressure in December - Bellingham, 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
Bellingham, MA

Average wind speed in December - Bellingham, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Bellingham, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Bellingham, MA

Average rainfall in December - Bellingham, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Bellingham, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Bellingham, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bellingham, MA

Average snowfall in December - Bellingham, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bellingham, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Bellingham, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bellingham, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bellingham, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Bellingham, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Bellingham, MA

Average UV index in December - Bellingham, 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
Bellingham, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Bellingham, 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 35).

Average visibility in December
Bellingham, MA

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

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

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