December weather forecast
Marshfield, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Marshfield, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and an average high of 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). Marshfield observes a consistent average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Marshfield, there are 120.2 rainfall days, and 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Marshfield, Massachusetts, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21 snowfall days, and 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Marshfield, Massachusetts, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Marshfield?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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 reading in December?

In Marshfield, 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
Marshfield, MA

Average temperature in December - Marshfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Marshfield, MA

Average pressure in December - Marshfield, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Marshfield, MA

Average wind speed in December - Marshfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Marshfield, MA

Average humidity in December - Marshfield, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Marshfield, MA

Average rainfall in December - Marshfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Marshfield, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Marshfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Marshfield, MA

Average snowfall in December - Marshfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Marshfield, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Marshfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Marshfield, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Marshfield, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Marshfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Marshfield, MA

Average UV index in December - Marshfield, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Marshfield, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Marshfield, MA

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

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

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