December weather forecast
Lancaster, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lancaster, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 37.4°F (3°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a cold 37.4°F (3°C). In Lancaster, an average temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lancaster, during December, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow. In Lancaster, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.5 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) 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 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Lancaster 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Lancaster, 37.4°F (3°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.6°F (-3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lancaster, in December, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Lancaster is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Lancaster 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 4:14 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 Lancaster have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°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 (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Lancaster, MA

Average pressure in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Lancaster, MA

Average humidity in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, MA

Average rainfall in December - Lancaster, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Lancaster, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Lancaster, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lancaster, MA

Average snowfall in December - Lancaster, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lancaster, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Lancaster, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lancaster, MA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lancaster, MA

Average UV index in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, MA

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

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

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