December weather forecast
Buckland, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Buckland, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 33.8°F (1°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

Buckland's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) to a wintry 33.8°F (1°C). Buckland observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

In Buckland, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Buckland, in December, during 11.8 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Buckland, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.5 days and collects up to 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Buckland, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 5.91" (150mm) of snow. In Buckland, Massachusetts, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.9 days and aggregates up to 28.35" (720mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts 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. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Buckland, the average high-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Buckland, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Buckland, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 5.91" (150mm) 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 Buckland have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Buckland have in December?

In Buckland, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Buckland?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Buckland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Buckland, MA

Average temperature in December - Buckland, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°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 (15.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Buckland, MA

Average pressure in December - Buckland, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Buckland, MA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Buckland, MA

Average humidity in December - Buckland, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Buckland, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Buckland, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Buckland, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buckland, MA

Average snowfall in December - Buckland, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buckland, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Buckland, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buckland, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buckland, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Buckland, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Buckland, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Buckland, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Buckland, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Buckland, MA

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

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

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