December weather forecast
Monson, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Monson, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). During December, Monson experiences an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Monson, in December, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Monson, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.4 days and aggregates up to 18.43" (468mm) 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 6:58 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Monson, the average high-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Monson, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Monson have 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 6:58 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month 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 reading in December?

In Monson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Monson, MA

Average temperature in December - Monson, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Monson, MA

Average pressure in December - Monson, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Monson, MA

Average wind speed in December - Monson, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Monson, MA

Average humidity in December - Monson, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Monson, MA

Average rainfall in December - Monson, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Monson, MA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Monson, MA

Average snowfall in December - Monson, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Monson, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Monson, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monson, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Monson, MA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Monson, MA

Average UV index in December - Monson, 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
Monson, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Monson, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

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

Average visibility in December
Monson, MA

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

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

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