December weather forecastAshland, MA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Ashland, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 39°F (3.9°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C).Temperature
With December's arrival, Ashland's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39°F (3.9°C). In December, the recorded average low-temperature is a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 77%.Rainfall
In Ashland, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Ashland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 29.53" (750mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ashland, in December, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.62" (92mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.8 snowfall days, and 17.32" (440mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Ashland, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 5h.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 average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Ashland, MA
- Average high temperature in December: 39°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).
Average pressure in December
Ashland, 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
Ashland, MA
- Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Ashland, MA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Ashland, MA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in December
Ashland, MA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ashland, MA
- Average snowfall in December: 3.62"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ashland, MA
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ashland, MA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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: 5h and 0min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ashland, MA
- Average sunshine days in December: 16 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).
Average UV index in December
Ashland, 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
Ashland, MA
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Ashland, MA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, August and September (5mi).
