December weather forecast
Becket, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Becket, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a wintry 33.6°F (0.9°C). During December, Becket experiences an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) at night.

Humidity

In Becket, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Becket, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Becket, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 34.33" (872mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Becket, Massachusetts. In December, in Becket, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 6.42" (163mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 66.9 snowfall days, and 39.69" (1008mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Becket, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Becket is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Becket are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Becket?

In December, in Becket, the average high-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Becket?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Becket?

In December, in Becket, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Becket in December?

In December, in Becket, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 6.42" (163mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Becket?

December has the shortest days of the year in Becket, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Becket?

In December, the average day length in Becket, Massachusetts, is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Becket?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Becket have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Becket?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Becket.

What is the UV index reading in December in Becket?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Becket, MA

Average temperature in December - Becket, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Becket, MA

Average pressure in December - Becket, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Becket, MA

Average wind speed in December - Becket, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Becket, MA

Average humidity in December - Becket, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Becket, MA

Average rainfall in December - Becket, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Becket, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Becket, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Becket, MA

Average snowfall in December - Becket, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Becket, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Becket, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Becket, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Becket, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Becket, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Becket, MA

Average UV index in December - Becket, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Becket, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Becket, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Becket, MA

Average visibility in December - Becket, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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