December weather forecast
Metcalf, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Metcalf, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 39°F (3.9°C) and min 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39°F (3.9°C). Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Metcalf, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.5 rainfall days, and 29.53" (750mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Metcalf, during December, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow. In Metcalf, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.8 days and aggregates up to 17.32" (440mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Metcalf, the average sunshine in December 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 in Metcalf. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Metcalf, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Metcalf, Massachusetts, during December, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Metcalf have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Metcalf, MA

Average temperature in December - Metcalf, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°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 (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Metcalf, MA

Average pressure in December - Metcalf, 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
Metcalf, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Metcalf, MA

Average humidity in December - Metcalf, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Metcalf, MA

Average rainfall in December - Metcalf, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Metcalf, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Metcalf, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Metcalf, MA

Average snowfall in December - Metcalf, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Metcalf, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Metcalf, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Metcalf, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Metcalf, 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Metcalf, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Metcalf, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Metcalf, MA

Average UV index in December - Metcalf, 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
Metcalf, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Metcalf, MA

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

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

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