December weather forecast
Dunstable, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Dunstable, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.7°F (2.6°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). Dunstable, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are October and December, with an average 2.83" (72mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Dunstable, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 5" (127mm) of snow is accumulated. In Dunstable, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.7 days and aggregates up to 25.35" (644mm) 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 in Dunstable, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dunstable?

During December, Dunstable experiences an average high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The wettest months are October and December, with an average 2.83" (72mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in December?

In Dunstable, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dunstable, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 5" (127mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Dunstable have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dunstable have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Dunstable, MA

Average temperature in December - Dunstable, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°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 (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Dunstable, MA

Average pressure in December - Dunstable, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dunstable, MA

Average wind speed in December - Dunstable, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Dunstable, MA

Average humidity in December - Dunstable, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Dunstable, MA

Average rainfall in December - Dunstable, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Dunstable, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Dunstable, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dunstable, MA

Average snowfall in December - Dunstable, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dunstable, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Dunstable, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dunstable, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dunstable, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Dunstable, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Dunstable, MA

Average UV index in December - Dunstable, 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
Dunstable, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Dunstable, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

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
Dunstable, MA

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

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

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