December weather forecast
Somerset, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Somerset, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

In Somerset, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). During December, the temperature is averaged to a low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Somerset, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Somerset, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.4 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. In Somerset, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.2 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Somerset, 42.1°F (5.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Somerset, Massachusetts, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Somerset, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) 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 Somerset have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Somerset, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Somerset have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Somerset, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Somerset, MA

Average temperature in December - Somerset, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Somerset, MA

Average pressure in December - Somerset, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"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
Somerset, MA

Average wind speed in December - Somerset, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Somerset, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Somerset, MA

Average rainfall in December - Somerset, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Somerset, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Somerset, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Somerset, MA

Average snowfall in December - Somerset, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Somerset, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Somerset, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 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
Somerset, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Somerset, 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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Somerset, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Somerset, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Somerset, MA

Average UV index in December - Somerset, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Somerset, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Somerset, MA

Average visibility in December - Somerset, 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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