December weather forecast
North Chelmsford, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in North Chelmsford, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's frosty 48.2°F (9°C) to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated. In North Chelmsford, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 21.61" (549mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in North Chelmsford are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in North Chelmsford?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In North Chelmsford, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In North Chelmsford, during December, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does North Chelmsford have in December?

In North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, 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 reading in December in North Chelmsford?

In North Chelmsford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
North Chelmsford, MA

Average temperature in December - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°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 (19.9°F).

Average pressure in December
North Chelmsford, MA

Average pressure in December - North Chelmsford, 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
North Chelmsford, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
North Chelmsford, MA

Average humidity in December - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in December
North Chelmsford, MA

Average rainfall in December - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
North Chelmsford, MA

Average rainfall days in December - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Chelmsford, MA

Average snowfall in December - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Chelmsford, MA

Average snowfall days in December - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
North Chelmsford, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Chelmsford, MA

Average sunshine days in December - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
North Chelmsford, MA

Average UV index in December - North Chelmsford, 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
North Chelmsford, MA

Average cloud cover in December - North Chelmsford, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
North Chelmsford, MA

Average visibility in December - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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