December weather forecast
North Scituate, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in North Scituate, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.7°F (0.4°C) and max 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C). In December, a low-temperature average of 32.7°F (0.4°C) is characteristic of North Scituate, marking a minor shift from daytime temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In North Scituate, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23.1 snowfall days, and 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in North Scituate 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 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, North Scituate experiences an average 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 in North Scituate?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In North Scituate, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) 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 in North Scituate, Massachusetts.

How many hours of daylight does North Scituate have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 10min.

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 4:21 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 long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration 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 North Scituate, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
North Scituate, MA

Average temperature in December - North Scituate, 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
North Scituate, MA

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

Average wind speed in December - North Scituate, 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
North Scituate, MA

Average humidity in December - North Scituate, 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
North Scituate, MA

Average rainfall in December - North Scituate, 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
North Scituate, MA

Average rainfall days in December - North Scituate, 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
North Scituate, MA

Average snowfall in December - North Scituate, 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
North Scituate, MA

Average snowfall days in December - North Scituate, 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
North Scituate, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Scituate, 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
North Scituate, MA

Average sunshine days in December - North Scituate, 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
North Scituate, MA

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

Average cloud cover in December - North Scituate, 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
North Scituate, MA

Average visibility in December - North Scituate, 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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