December weather forecastAthol, MA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Athol, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.1°F (1.7°C) and min 24.1°F (-4.4°C).Temperature
As November transitions into December, Athol sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is observed during December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Athol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145 days and collects up to 28.03" (712mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Athol, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.8" (122mm) of snow. In Athol, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.1 days and aggregates up to 25.75" (654mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Athol, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Athol. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Athol, MA
- Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Athol, MA
- Average pressure in December: 30.04"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
Athol, MA
- Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph
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 (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Athol, MA
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Athol, MA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").
Average rainfall days in December
Athol, MA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Athol, MA
- Average snowfall in December: 4.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Athol, MA
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Athol, MA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Athol, MA
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).
Average UV index in December
Athol, MA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Athol, 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
Athol, MA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
