December weather forecast
Charlton, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Charlton, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) to a wintry 37.2°F (2.9°C). During December, Charlton's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In Charlton, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Charlton is December, when the rain falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Charlton are January through May, October through December. In Charlton, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Charlton, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.7 days and aggregates up to 20.59" (523mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Charlton are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Charlton in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Charlton, is 37.2°F (2.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27°F (-2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Charlton?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Charlton?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Charlton. Rain falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Charlton in December?

In Charlton, Massachusetts, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Charlton in December?

In December, in Charlton, Massachusetts, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Charlton?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

The average day length in December in Charlton is 9h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Charlton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Charlton, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Charlton?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Charlton?

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Charlton, MA

Average temperature in December - Charlton, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Charlton, MA

Average pressure in December - Charlton, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Charlton, MA

Average wind speed in December - Charlton, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Charlton, MA

Average humidity in December - Charlton, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Charlton, MA

Average rainfall in December - Charlton, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Charlton, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Charlton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Charlton, MA

Average snowfall in December - Charlton, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Charlton, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Charlton, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.1 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
Charlton, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Charlton, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Charlton, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Charlton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Charlton, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Charlton, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Charlton, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Charlton, MA

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

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

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