December weather forecast
West Boylston, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Boylston, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C) and an average high of 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a cold 37.4°F (3°C). During December nights, West Boylston witnesses a consistent average temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.5 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, 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.

Sunshine

In West Boylston, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In West Boylston, 37.4°F (3°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.6°F (-3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Boylston?

In West Boylston, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In West Boylston, in December, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Boylston?

The month with the shortest days in West Boylston is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does West Boylston have in December?

In West Boylston, 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 West Boylston, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In West Boylston, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Boylston, MA

Average temperature in December - West Boylston, 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
West Boylston, MA

Average pressure in December - West Boylston, 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
West Boylston, MA

Average wind speed in December - West Boylston, 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
West Boylston, MA

Average humidity in December - West Boylston, 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
West Boylston, MA

Average rainfall in December - West Boylston, 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
West Boylston, MA

Average rainfall days in December - West Boylston, 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
West Boylston, MA

Average snowfall in December - West Boylston, 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
West Boylston, MA

Average snowfall days in December - West Boylston, 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
West Boylston, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Boylston, 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
West Boylston, MA

Average sunshine days in December - West Boylston, 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
West Boylston, MA

Average UV index in December - West Boylston, 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
West Boylston, MA

Average cloud cover in December - West Boylston, 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
West Boylston, MA

Average visibility in December - West Boylston, 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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