December weather forecast
Plainville, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Plainville, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a cool 50°F (10°C) in November to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). During December, the nighttime temperature in Plainville averages of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

In Plainville, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Plainville, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Plainville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.9 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Plainville, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.8 snowfall days, and 14.13" (359mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Plainville during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Plainville, is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°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 appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Plainville, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Plainville, in December, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Plainville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Plainville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Plainville have in December?

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 intensity in December?

In Plainville, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Plainville, MA

Average temperature in December - Plainville, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°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 (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Plainville, MA

Average pressure in December - Plainville, 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
Plainville, MA

Average wind speed in December - Plainville, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Plainville, MA

Average humidity in December - Plainville, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, September and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Plainville, MA

Average rainfall in December - Plainville, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Plainville, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Plainville, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Plainville, MA

Average snowfall in December - Plainville, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Plainville, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Plainville, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Plainville, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Plainville, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Plainville, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Plainville, MA

Average UV index in December - Plainville, 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
Plainville, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Plainville, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

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
Plainville, MA

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

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

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