December weather forecast
Grafton, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Grafton, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Grafton's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). Grafton, in December, experiences an average temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In Grafton, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Grafton, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Grafton, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.5 days and aggregates up to 18.78" (477mm) of snow.

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 6:56 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health 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:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Grafton, the average high-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Grafton, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Grafton, during December, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Grafton?

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 reading in December?

In Grafton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Grafton, MA

Average temperature in December - Grafton, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Grafton, MA

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

Average wind speed in December
Grafton, MA

Average wind speed in December - Grafton, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Grafton, MA

Average humidity in December - Grafton, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Grafton, MA

Average rainfall in December - Grafton, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Grafton, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Grafton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grafton, MA

Average snowfall in December - Grafton, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Grafton, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Grafton, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Grafton, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Grafton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Grafton, MA

Average UV index in December - Grafton, 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
Grafton, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Grafton, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Grafton, MA

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

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

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