December weather forecast
Pakachoag, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Pakachoag, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and max 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pakachoag, Massachusetts, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.9 snowfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 36.5°F (2.5°C) and the low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pakachoag?

In Pakachoag, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pakachoag, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pakachoag have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pakachoag have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with 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 Pakachoag?

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

Average temperature in December - Pakachoag, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Pakachoag, MA

Average pressure in December - Pakachoag, 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
Pakachoag, MA

Average wind speed in December - Pakachoag, 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 (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Pakachoag, MA

Average humidity in December - Pakachoag, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Pakachoag, MA

Average rainfall in December - Pakachoag, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Pakachoag, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Pakachoag, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pakachoag, MA

Average snowfall in December - Pakachoag, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pakachoag, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Pakachoag, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pakachoag, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pakachoag, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Pakachoag, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Pakachoag, MA

Average UV index in December - Pakachoag, 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
Pakachoag, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Pakachoag, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Pakachoag, MA

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

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

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