December weather forecast
Whittenton, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Whittenton, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and an average high of 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Whittenton experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C). In the month of December, Whittenton records a consistent average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.8 snowfall days, and 13.66" (347mm) 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 6:53 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Whittenton is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Whittenton during December are 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) respectively. 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 calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Whittenton, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Whittenton in December?

In Whittenton, in December, during 4.7 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Whittenton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Whittenton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Whittenton is 4.8h.

What is the month 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?

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
Whittenton, MA

Average temperature in December - Whittenton, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°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 (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Whittenton, MA

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

Average wind speed in December
Whittenton, MA

Average wind speed in December - Whittenton, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Whittenton, MA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Whittenton, MA

Average rainfall in December - Whittenton, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Whittenton, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Whittenton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whittenton, MA

Average snowfall in December - Whittenton, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whittenton, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Whittenton, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whittenton, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whittenton, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Whittenton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Whittenton, MA

Average UV index in December - Whittenton, 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
Whittenton, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Whittenton, MA

Average visibility in December - Whittenton, 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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