December weather forecast
Beverly, MA

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Weather in December

December is the peak of the winter season for Beverly. It welcomes the highest snowfall of the year's second half at 3.86" (98mm). The temperature drops to its second lowest for the year, hitting a high of just 39.6°F (4.2°C). The sea temperature dips significantly, making water activities very uncomfortable. With limited daylight and freezing conditions, December typically signifies a slow-down in outdoor activities, marking the beginning of a serene, wintry end to the year in Beverly, Massachusetts.

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Beverly sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C). An average temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Beverly is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Beverly, in December, snow falls for 5.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.3 snowfall days, and 16.46" (418mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Beverly, in December, the average water temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).
Note: At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

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 6:54 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

Beverly in December has an average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Beverly, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Beverly?

In Beverly, in December, snow falls for 5.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In Beverly, in December, the average water temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). Swimming in 46°F (7.8°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Beverly.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Beverly, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Beverly, MA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Beverly, MA

Average pressure in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Beverly, MA

Average wind speed in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Beverly, MA

Average humidity in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Beverly, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Beverly, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Beverly, MA

Average snowfall in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Beverly, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Beverly, MA

Average sea temperature in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 45.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Beverly, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Beverly, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Beverly, MA

Average UV index in December - Beverly, 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
Beverly, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Beverly, MA

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

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

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