December weather forecast
Plympton, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Plympton, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.9°F (5.5°C) and min 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

A subtle change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). A consistent average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C), with a minor variance from the daytime highs, is noted during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Plympton, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.2 rainfall days, and 16.3" (414mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated. In Plympton, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.3 days and aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Plympton.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Plympton, records 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Plympton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Plympton, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Plympton, in December, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) 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 Plympton have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Plympton, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Plympton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

Average temperature in December - Plympton, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Plympton, MA

Average pressure in December - Plympton, 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
Plympton, MA

Average wind speed in December - Plympton, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Plympton, MA

Average humidity in December - Plympton, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Plympton, MA

Average rainfall in December - Plympton, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and October (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Plympton, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Plympton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Plympton, MA

Average snowfall in December - Plympton, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Plympton, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Plympton, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Plympton, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Plympton, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Plympton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Plympton, MA

Average UV index in December - Plympton, 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
Plympton, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Plympton, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Plympton, MA

Average visibility in December - Plympton, 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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