December weather forecast
Holden, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Holden, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). Holden's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In Holden, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Holden are January through May, October through December. In Holden, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow. In Holden, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.9 days and aggregates up to 24.45" (621mm) 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, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Holden, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Holden?

In December, in Holden, the average high-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Holden?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Holden, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Holden, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

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 Holden have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Holden have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Holden?

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 Holden, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Holden, MA

Average temperature in December - Holden, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°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 (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Holden, MA

Average pressure in December - Holden, 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
Holden, MA

Average wind speed in December - Holden, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Holden, MA

Average humidity in December - Holden, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Holden, MA

Average rainfall in December - Holden, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Holden, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Holden, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Holden, MA

Average snowfall in December - Holden, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Holden, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Holden, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Holden, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Holden, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Holden, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Holden, MA

Average UV index in December - Holden, 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
Holden, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Holden, MA

Average visibility in December - Holden, 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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