December weather forecast
Spencer, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Spencer, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average high of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Spencer expects an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Spencer, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.4 rainfall days, and 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Spencer, in December, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.9 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Spencer, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Spencer have in December?

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

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 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Spencer have in December?

In Spencer, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is 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.

What is the UV index reading in December in Spencer?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Spencer, MA

Average temperature in December - Spencer, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°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 (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Spencer, MA

Average pressure in December - Spencer, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Spencer, MA

Average wind speed in December - Spencer, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Spencer, MA

Average humidity in December - Spencer, 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
Spencer, MA

Average rainfall in December - Spencer, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Spencer, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Spencer, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Spencer, MA

Average snowfall in December - Spencer, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Spencer, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Spencer, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Spencer, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Spencer, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Spencer, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Spencer, MA

Average UV index in December - Spencer, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Spencer, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Spencer, 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
Spencer, MA

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

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

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