December weather forecast
Holliston, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Holliston, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39°F (3.9°C) and an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39°F (3.9°C). Holliston in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.5 rainfall days, and 29.53" (750mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Holliston, during December, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow. In Holliston, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.8 days and aggregates up to 17.32" (440mm) 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 6:55 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Holliston during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 39°F (3.9°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Holliston, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Holliston, in December, during 4.7 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Holliston?

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

How many hours of daylight does Holliston have in December?

In December, the average day length in Holliston is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Holliston have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Holliston, MA

Average temperature in December - Holliston, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Holliston, MA

Average pressure in December - Holliston, 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
Holliston, MA

Average wind speed in December - Holliston, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Holliston, MA

Average humidity in December - Holliston, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Holliston, MA

Average rainfall in December - Holliston, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Holliston, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Holliston, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Holliston, MA

Average snowfall in December - Holliston, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Holliston, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Holliston, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Holliston, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Holliston, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Holliston, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Holliston, MA

Average UV index in December - Holliston, 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
Holliston, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Holliston, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Holliston, MA

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

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

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