December weather forecast
Belmont, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Belmont, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39°F (3.9°C) and an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39°F (3.9°C). December in Belmont sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Belmont, Massachusetts, is December, when the rain falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Belmont, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated. In Belmont, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.6 days and aggregates up to 17.8" (452mm) 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 in Belmont, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Belmont, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Belmont?

The high-temperature during December is 39°F (3.9°C) and the low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Belmont?

The average relative humidity in December in Belmont is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Belmont?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Belmont. Rain falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Belmont in December?

In Belmont, Massachusetts, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Belmont?

In December, in Belmont, Massachusetts, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Belmont?

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

How many hours of daylight does Belmont have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Belmont?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Belmont, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Belmont have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Belmont.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Belmont?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value 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
Belmont, MA

Average temperature in December - Belmont, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Belmont, MA

Average pressure in December - Belmont, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Belmont, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Belmont, MA

Average humidity in December - Belmont, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Belmont, MA

Average rainfall in December - Belmont, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in December
Belmont, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Belmont, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Belmont, MA

Average snowfall in December - Belmont, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Belmont, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Belmont, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 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
Belmont, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Belmont, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Belmont, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Belmont, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Belmont, MA

Average UV index in December - Belmont, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Belmont, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Belmont, 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 32).

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Average visibility in December
Belmont, MA

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

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

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