December weather forecast
Hopedale, MA

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) in November to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). In Hopedale, December nights cool down to an average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hopedale, 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 6:55 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hopedale, records 38.3°F (3.5°C), while the low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hopedale, 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 Hopedale?

In Hopedale, 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 Hopedale, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) 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 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hopedale have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hopedale, MA

Average temperature in December - Hopedale, 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
Hopedale, MA

Average pressure in December - Hopedale, 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
Hopedale, MA

Average wind speed in December - Hopedale, 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
Hopedale, MA

Average humidity in December - Hopedale, 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
Hopedale, MA

Average rainfall in December - Hopedale, 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
Hopedale, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Hopedale, 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
Hopedale, MA

Average snowfall in December - Hopedale, 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
Hopedale, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Hopedale, 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
Hopedale, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hopedale, 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
Hopedale, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Hopedale, 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
Hopedale, MA

Average UV index in December - Hopedale, 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
Hopedale, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Hopedale, 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
Hopedale, MA

Average visibility in December - Hopedale, 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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