December weather forecast
Minot, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Minot, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C). December nights register a minor temperature decline, steadying at a still cold 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Minot is 76%.

Rainfall

In Minot, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Minot, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.1 days and collects up to 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. In Minot, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.1 days and aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Minot, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Minot, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Minot have in December?

In Minot, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Minot?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Minot, MA

Average temperature in December - Minot, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Minot, MA

Average pressure in December - Minot, 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
Minot, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Minot, MA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Minot, MA

Average rainfall in December - Minot, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Minot, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Minot, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Minot, MA

Average snowfall in December - Minot, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Minot, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Minot, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (6.3 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
Minot, MA

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

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Minot, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Minot, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Minot, MA

Average UV index in December - Minot, 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
Minot, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Minot, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Minot, MA

Average visibility in December - Minot, 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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