December weather forecast
Weymouth, MA

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The modern bridge crossing on the large Fore River passing through Weymouth City, Massachusetts
The modern bridge crossing on the large Fore River passing through Weymouth City, Massachusetts

Weather in December

December in Weymouth manifests the onset of winter, presenting cold days with a high of 40.3°F (4.6°C), a sharp contrast to the warmer temperatures of November. The landscape is often painted white again with the first significant snowfall gracing the city towards the end of the month. Despite the decline in temperatures and daylight hours, the holiday season fills the air with warmth, turning the frost-adorned cityscape into a twinkling winter wonderland. The year concludes on a cold yet festive note, characteristic of winter in Massachusetts.

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in November to an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C). During the month of December, Weymouth anticipates a mean low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In Weymouth, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Weymouth, during December, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow. In Weymouth, Massachusetts, during the entire year, snow falls for 28 days and aggregates up to 12.48" (317mm) of snow.

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 6:53 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Weymouth, in December, the average high-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Weymouth, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Weymouth, during December, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Weymouth?

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

How many hours of daylight does Weymouth have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Weymouth have in December?

In Weymouth, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Weymouth, MA

Average temperature in December - Weymouth, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Weymouth, MA

Average pressure in December - Weymouth, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Weymouth, MA

Average wind speed in December - Weymouth, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Weymouth, MA

Average humidity in December - Weymouth, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June and September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Weymouth, MA

Average rainfall in December - Weymouth, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Weymouth, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Weymouth, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Weymouth, MA

Average snowfall in December - Weymouth, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Weymouth, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Weymouth, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Weymouth, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Weymouth, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Weymouth, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Weymouth, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Weymouth, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Weymouth, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Weymouth, MA

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

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

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