December weather forecast
Hopedale, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hopedale, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

During Hopedale's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) in November to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). In the month of December, an average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) marks the low-temperature in Hopedale, Massachusetts.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Hopedale, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.5 snowfall days, and 18.78" (477mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hopedale, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hopedale are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Hopedale in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hopedale, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hopedale, Massachusetts, in December, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

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 Hopedale have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Hopedale, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hopedale, MA

Average temperature in December - Hopedale, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hopedale, MA

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

Average wind speed in December
Hopedale, MA

Average wind speed in December - Hopedale, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Hopedale, MA

Average humidity in December - Hopedale, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Hopedale, MA

Average rainfall in December - Hopedale, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Hopedale, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Hopedale, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hopedale, MA

Average snowfall in December - Hopedale, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hopedale, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Hopedale, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Hopedale, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hopedale, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hopedale, MA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hopedale, MA

Average UV index in December - Hopedale, 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
Hopedale, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Hopedale, 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 36).

Average visibility in December
Hopedale, MA

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

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

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