December weather forecast
Otis, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Otis, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

In Otis, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Otis. Rain falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 6.73" (171mm) of snow is accumulated. In Otis, Massachusetts, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 38.74" (984mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Otis in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Otis, is 34.5°F (1.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Otis, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Otis, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Otis, Massachusetts, in December, during 10.6 snowfall days, 6.73" (171mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Otis?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Otis have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Otis, MA

Average temperature in December - Otis, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Otis, MA

Average pressure in December - Otis, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Otis, MA

Average wind speed in December - Otis, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Otis, MA

Average humidity in December - Otis, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Otis, MA

Average rainfall in December - Otis, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.52").

Average rainfall days in December
Otis, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Otis, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Otis, MA

Average snowfall in December - Otis, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Otis, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Otis, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Otis, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Otis, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Otis, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Otis, MA

Average UV index in December - Otis, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Otis, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Otis, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Otis, MA

Average visibility in December - Otis, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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