December weather forecast
Uxbridge, MA

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Weather in December

With a significant drop in temperatures to 38.3°F (3.5°C), the arrival of December in Uxbridge marks the full onset of winter. Notably, an increase in snowfall is observed, with the city receiving about 3.03" (77mm) of snow. As the year nears its end, the year's lowest temperatures get recorded in this month, setting a dramatic finale stage. Despite the considerable snow and cold, December also ushers in the festive sentiments associated with the holiday season. As the pivotal winter month, December wraps up Uxbridge's annual weather cycle, thus concluding the year on a frosty note.

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) in November to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). In December, the recorded average low-temperature is a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, 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 December, the average sunshine 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Uxbridge, is 38.3°F (3.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Uxbridge, Massachusetts, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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 many hours of sunshine does Uxbridge have in December?

In Uxbridge, the average sunshine duration in December 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?

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

Average temperature in December - Uxbridge, 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
Uxbridge, MA

Average pressure in December - Uxbridge, 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
Uxbridge, MA

Average wind speed in December - Uxbridge, 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
Uxbridge, MA

Average humidity in December - Uxbridge, 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
Uxbridge, MA

Average rainfall in December - Uxbridge, 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
Uxbridge, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Uxbridge, 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
Uxbridge, MA

Average snowfall in December - Uxbridge, 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
Uxbridge, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Uxbridge, 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
Uxbridge, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Uxbridge, 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
Uxbridge, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Uxbridge, 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
Uxbridge, MA

Average UV index in December - Uxbridge, 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
Uxbridge, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Uxbridge, 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
Uxbridge, MA

Average visibility in December - Uxbridge, 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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