December weather forecast
Duxbury, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Duxbury, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

A subtle shift in Duxbury's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). Duxbury logs an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) during the nights of December, subtly lower than its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Duxbury, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Duxbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.2 days and collects up to 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Duxbury, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Duxbury, during the entire year, snow falls for 21 days and aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Duxbury, the average seawater temperature in December is 46.2°F (7.9°C).
Note: In 46.2°F (7.9°C), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 50°F (10°C).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In Duxbury, 41.7°F (5.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.9°F (0.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Duxbury, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in December?

In Duxbury, Massachusetts, the average seawater temperature in December is 46.2°F (7.9°C). Swimming in 46.2°F (7.9°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Duxbury have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

When is 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Duxbury, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Duxbury, MA

Average temperature in December - Duxbury, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Duxbury, MA

Average pressure in December - Duxbury, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Duxbury, MA

Average wind speed in December - Duxbury, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Duxbury, MA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Duxbury, MA

Average rainfall in December - Duxbury, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Duxbury, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Duxbury, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Duxbury, MA

Average snowfall in December - Duxbury, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Duxbury, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Duxbury, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Duxbury, MA

Average sea temperature in December - Duxbury, MA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 46.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Duxbury, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Duxbury, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Duxbury, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Duxbury, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Duxbury, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Duxbury, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Duxbury, MA

Average visibility in December - Duxbury, 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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