December weather forecast
Pepperell, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Pepperell, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) to a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C). Pepperell encounters a steady low-temperature average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are October and December, with an average 2.83" (72mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Pepperell, Massachusetts, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow. In Pepperell, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.7 days and aggregates up to 25.35" (644mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Pepperell, is 36.7°F (2.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pepperell?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months in Pepperell, Massachusetts, are October and December, with an average 2.83" (72mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Pepperell?

In Pepperell, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 5" (127mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Pepperell have in December?

In Pepperell, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pepperell, MA

Average temperature in December - Pepperell, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°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 (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Pepperell, MA

Average pressure in December - Pepperell, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pepperell, MA

Average wind speed in December - Pepperell, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Pepperell, MA

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

Average rainfall in December
Pepperell, MA

Average rainfall in December - Pepperell, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Pepperell, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Pepperell, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pepperell, MA

Average snowfall in December - Pepperell, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pepperell, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Pepperell, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pepperell, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pepperell, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Pepperell, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Pepperell, MA

Average UV index in December - Pepperell, 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
Pepperell, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Pepperell, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Pepperell, MA

Average visibility in December - Pepperell, 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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