December weather forecast
Medfield, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Medfield, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). Medfield's average low-temperature in December is measured at a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are March, April and December, with an average 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Medfield. In Medfield, in December, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.4 snowfall days, and 17.8" (452mm) 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 6:54 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Medfield, 39.7°F (4.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.6°F (-1.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

The wettest months are March, April and December, with an average 2.87" (73mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Medfield, in December, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Medfield have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Medfield?

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability 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
Medfield, MA

Average temperature in December - Medfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Medfield, MA

Average pressure in December - Medfield, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"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
Medfield, MA

Average wind speed in December - Medfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Medfield, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Medfield, MA

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March, April and December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Medfield, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Medfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Medfield, MA

Average snowfall in December - Medfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Medfield, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Medfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (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
Medfield, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Medfield, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Medfield, MA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Medfield, MA

Average UV index in December - Medfield, 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
Medfield, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Medfield, MA

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

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

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