December weather forecast
Needham Heights, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Needham Heights, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.2°F (4°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Needham Heights, Massachusetts, in December, during 6.1 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 85.9 rainfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.6 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min 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 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature during December is 39.2°F (4°C) and the low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Needham Heights, during December, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall in Needham Heights, Massachusetts, is December, when snow falls for 2.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Needham Heights, in December, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Needham Heights have in December?

In Needham Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months 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 intensity in December?

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 temperature in December
Needham Heights, MA

Average temperature in December - Needham Heights, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Needham Heights, MA

Average pressure in December - Needham Heights, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Needham Heights, MA

Average wind speed in December - Needham Heights, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Needham Heights, MA

Average humidity in December - Needham Heights, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

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

Average rainfall in December
Needham Heights, MA

Average rainfall in December - Needham Heights, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Needham Heights, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Needham Heights, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Needham Heights, MA

Average snowfall in December - Needham Heights, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Needham Heights, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Needham Heights, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Needham Heights, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Needham Heights, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Needham Heights, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Needham Heights, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Needham Heights, MA

Average UV index in December - Needham Heights, 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
Needham Heights, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Needham Heights, 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 32).

Average visibility in December
Needham Heights, MA

Average visibility in December - Needham Heights, 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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