December weather forecast
Princeton, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Princeton, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.8°F (-4°C) and max 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C). December brings Princeton a consistent average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

In Princeton, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Princeton, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 119.4 rainfall days, and 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. In Princeton, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.1 days and aggregates up to 13.27" (337mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Princeton, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through 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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Princeton experiences an average high-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and a low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Princeton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Princeton, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Princeton, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) 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 Princeton have in December?

In Princeton, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

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 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Princeton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Princeton, MA

Average temperature in December - Princeton, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Princeton, MA

Average pressure in December - Princeton, 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
Princeton, MA

Average wind speed in December - Princeton, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Princeton, MA

Average humidity in December - Princeton, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Princeton, MA

Average rainfall in December - Princeton, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Princeton, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Princeton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Princeton, MA

Average snowfall in December - Princeton, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Princeton, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Princeton, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Princeton, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Princeton, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Princeton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Princeton, MA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Princeton, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Princeton, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Princeton, MA

Average visibility in December - Princeton, 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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