December weather forecast
Southbridge, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Southbridge, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). In December, Southbridge experiences an average nighttime temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Southbridge, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.3 rainfall days, and 29.21" (742mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Southbridge, in December, snow falls for 5.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.3 snowfall days, and 19.53" (496mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Southbridge, is 37°F (2.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Southbridge, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Southbridge, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Southbridge, in December, during 5.7 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Southbridge, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Southbridge, Massachusetts, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Southbridge?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Southbridge, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°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 (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Southbridge, MA

Average pressure in December - Southbridge, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Southbridge, MA

Average wind speed in December - Southbridge, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

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

Average humidity in December
Southbridge, MA

Average humidity in December - Southbridge, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Southbridge, MA

Average rainfall in December - Southbridge, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Southbridge, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Southbridge, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Southbridge, MA

Average snowfall in December - Southbridge, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Southbridge, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Southbridge, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Southbridge, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Southbridge, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Southbridge, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Southbridge, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Southbridge, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Southbridge, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Southbridge, MA

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

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

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