December weather forecast
Groton, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Groton, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and an average high of 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

Groton's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a wintry 37.4°F (3°C). In the month of December, an average of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.7 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Groton, in December, during 5.3 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 22.99" (584mm) 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 6:57 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Groton, in December, the average high-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and 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 in Groton is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Groton. Rain falls for 9.7 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Groton, during December, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Groton, in December, during 5.3 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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 4:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Groton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Groton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Groton, MA

Average temperature in December - Groton, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Groton, MA

Average pressure in December - Groton, 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
Groton, MA

Average wind speed in December - Groton, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Groton, MA

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Groton, MA

Average rainfall in December - Groton, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Groton, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Groton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Groton, MA

Average snowfall in December - Groton, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Groton, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Groton, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Groton, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Groton, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Groton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Groton, MA

Average UV index in December - Groton, 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
Groton, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Groton, 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 34).

Average visibility in December
Groton, MA

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

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

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