December weather forecast
Whately, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Whately, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and an average high of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) to an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C). Whately observes an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Whately, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Whately. In Whately, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.7 snowfall days, and 23.07" (586mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 35.4°F (1.9°C) and the low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Whately, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.4 days. Throughout December, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Whately?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Whately, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Whately have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Whately?

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 Whately, Massachusetts, 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.
Average humidity
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
Whately, MA

Average temperature in December - Whately, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°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 (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Whately, MA

Average pressure in December - Whately, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Whately, MA

Average wind speed in December - Whately, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Whately, MA

Average humidity in December - Whately, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Whately, MA

Average rainfall in December - Whately, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Whately, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Whately, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whately, MA

Average snowfall in December - Whately, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whately, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Whately, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whately, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whately, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Whately, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Whately, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Whately, MA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Whately, MA

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

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

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