December weather forecast
Westford, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Westford, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 48°F (8.9°C) to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is accumulated. In Westford, Massachusetts, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 24.88" (632mm) 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 6:56 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Westford, records 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Westford?

In December, the average relative humidity in Westford is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Westford, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Westford, in December, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Westford have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Westford have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

Average temperature in December - Westford, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Westford, MA

Average pressure in December - Westford, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Westford, MA

Average wind speed in December - Westford, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Westford, MA

Average humidity in December - Westford, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Westford, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Westford, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Westford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Westford, MA

Average snowfall in December - Westford, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Westford, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Westford, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Westford, MA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Westford, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Westford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Westford, MA

Average UV index in December - Westford, 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
Westford, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Westford, MA

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

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

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