December weather forecast
Lawrence, MA

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Weather in December

December introduces winter again in Lawrence, marked by below-freezing temperatures and a significant increase in snowfall up to 4.53in. Despite the frosty conditions, Lawrence does not miss out on the festive atmosphere. The city witnesses less pronounced changes in humidity or rainfall, retaining similar levels from November. Remarkably, there exists almost 16.1 days of sunshine, setting a cheerful tone for holiday celebrations amid a winter wonderland. The ringing of jingle bells and the twinkling of Christmas lights around the city elaborate on the warm community spirit within the cold weather.

Temperature

Lawrence's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). In Lawrence, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In Lawrence, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lawrence, during December, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.3 snowfall days, and 20.31" (516mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:21 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature, in December, in Lawrence, is 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lawrence, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lawrence, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Lawrence, in December, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.53" (115mm) 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 Lawrence have in December?

In Lawrence, the average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lawrence have in December?

In Lawrence, the average sunshine duration in December 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lawrence, MA

Average temperature in December - Lawrence, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°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: 27.5°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 (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Lawrence, MA

Average pressure in December - Lawrence, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lawrence, MA

Average wind speed in December - Lawrence, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Lawrence, MA

Average humidity in December - Lawrence, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Lawrence, MA

Average rainfall in December - Lawrence, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Lawrence, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Lawrence, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lawrence, MA

Average snowfall in December - Lawrence, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lawrence, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lawrence, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lawrence, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Lawrence, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Lawrence, MA

Average UV index in December - Lawrence, 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
Lawrence, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Lawrence, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
Lawrence, MA

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

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

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