December weather forecast
Norfolk, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Norfolk, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). Norfolk's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Norfolk, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.7 rainfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. In Norfolk, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.4 days and aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Norfolk, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, in Norfolk, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Norfolk, in December, the average high-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Norfolk in December?

In Norfolk, Massachusetts, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Norfolk, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) 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 Norfolk, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and 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 Norfolk have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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 in Norfolk.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Norfolk is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Norfolk, MA

Average temperature in December - Norfolk, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°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 (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Norfolk, MA

Average pressure in December - Norfolk, 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
Norfolk, MA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Norfolk, MA

Average humidity in December - Norfolk, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Norfolk, MA

Average rainfall in December - Norfolk, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Norfolk, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Norfolk, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Norfolk, MA

Average snowfall in December - Norfolk, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Norfolk, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Norfolk, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Norfolk, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Norfolk, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Norfolk, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Norfolk, MA

Average UV index in December - Norfolk, 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
Norfolk, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Norfolk, MA

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

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

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