Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) to a cold 37.4°F (3°C). The average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) is witnessed during December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in South Lancaster is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in South Lancaster is December, when the rain falls for 10.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In South Lancaster, during December, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow. In South Lancaster, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.5 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) 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 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.
Sunshine
In South Lancaster, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
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. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
South Lancaster, MA
- Average high temperature in December: 37.4°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 (31.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).
Average pressure in December
South Lancaster, 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
South Lancaster, MA
- Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in December
South Lancaster, MA
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in December
South Lancaster, MA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in December
South Lancaster, MA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
South Lancaster, MA
- Average snowfall in December: 4.33"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
South Lancaster, MA
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Lancaster, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
South Lancaster, MA
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).
Average UV index in December
South Lancaster, 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
South Lancaster, 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
South Lancaster, MA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
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