December weather forecast
Beverly, MA

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Weather in December

December is the peak of the winter season for Beverly. It welcomes the highest snowfall of the year's second half at 3.86" (98mm). The temperature drops to its second lowest for the year, hitting a high of just 39.6°F (4.2°C). The sea temperature dips significantly, making water activities very uncomfortable. With limited daylight and freezing conditions, December typically signifies a slow-down in outdoor activities, marking the beginning of a serene, wintry end to the year in Beverly, Massachusetts.

Temperature

The onset of December in Beverly brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) in November to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in Beverly, Massachusetts.

Humidity

In Beverly, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Beverly. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Beverly are January through April, October through December. In Beverly, in December, snow falls for 5.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) of snow. In Beverly, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.3 days and aggregates up to 16.46" (418mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).
Note: Dipping into 46°F (7.8°C) below 50°F (10°C) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 55.4°F (13°C) can be jarring.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of December, in Beverly, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Beverly, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Beverly are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Beverly during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Beverly, is 39.6°F (4.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Beverly?

The average relative humidity in December in Beverly, Massachusetts, is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Beverly?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Beverly, Massachusetts. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Beverly in December?

In Beverly, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Beverly?

In Beverly, during December, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Beverly?

In Beverly, in December, the average water temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). Swimming in 46°F (7.8°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Beverly?

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

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

In Beverly, Massachusetts, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Beverly?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Beverly, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Beverly have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Beverly, Massachusetts, is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Beverly?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Beverly?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Beverly, Massachusetts, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Beverly, MA

Average temperature in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Beverly, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Beverly, MA

Average wind speed in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Beverly, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Beverly, MA

Average rainfall in December - Beverly, 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
Beverly, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Beverly, MA

Average snowfall in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Beverly, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Beverly, MA

Average sea temperature in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 45.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Beverly, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Beverly, MA

Average UV index in December - Beverly, 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
Beverly, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Beverly, MA

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

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

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