December weather forecast
East Templeton, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in East Templeton, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.8°F (-4°C) and an average high of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

East Templeton's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to an icy 35.8°F (2.1°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In East Templeton, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In East Templeton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.4 days and collects up to 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in East Templeton are January through May, October through December. In East Templeton, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 41.1 snowfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 35.8°F (2.1°C) and the low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In East Templeton, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in East Templeton?

In East Templeton, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does East Templeton have in December?

In East Templeton, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in East Templeton, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In East Templeton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
East Templeton, MA

Average temperature in December - East Templeton, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in December
East Templeton, MA

Average pressure in December - East Templeton, 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
East Templeton, MA

Average wind speed in December - East Templeton, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
East Templeton, MA

Average humidity in December - East Templeton, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
East Templeton, MA

Average rainfall in December - East Templeton, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
East Templeton, MA

Average rainfall days in December - East Templeton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Templeton, MA

Average snowfall in December - East Templeton, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Templeton, MA

Average snowfall days in December - East Templeton, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Templeton, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Templeton, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Templeton, MA

Average sunshine days in December - East Templeton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
East Templeton, MA

Average UV index in December - East Templeton, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
East Templeton, MA

Average cloud cover in December - East Templeton, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
East Templeton, MA

Average visibility in December - East Templeton, 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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