December weather forecast
Fall River, MA

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Weather in December

Winter arrives in Fall River, Massachusetts in full swing during December. The colder conditions become more defined with an average low temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and snowfall of approximately 1.42" (36mm) over three days of the month. As December unfolds, the sun hours decrease, and daylight becomes increasingly elusive. Despite the cold, take advantage of the winter setting, and embrace the festive spirits lighting up the snow-covered city. Be prepared to navigate the winter wonderland that December brings to Fall River.

Temperature

During the shift to December, Fall River records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Fall River reports a steady low-temperature average of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Fall River, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.4 rainfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fall River are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fall River, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.2 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Fall River, in December, the average water temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).
Note: Navigating the 47.8°F (8.8°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is no joy, and temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Fall River is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Fall River. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Fall River?

During December, Fall River experiences an average high-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fall River?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Fall River?

In Fall River, Massachusetts, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Fall River?

In December, in Fall River, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in December in Fall River?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fall River?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Fall River?

The average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fall River?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fall River, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Fall River?

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Fall River.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fall River?

In Fall River, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fall River?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Fall River?

In Fall River, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fall River, MA

Average temperature in December - Fall River, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fall River, MA

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

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Average wind speed in December
Fall River, MA

Average wind speed in December - Fall River, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fall River, MA

Average humidity in December - Fall River, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fall River, MA

Average rainfall in December - Fall River, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fall River, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Fall River, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fall River, MA

Average snowfall in December - Fall River, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fall River, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Fall River, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Fall River, MA

Average sea temperature in December - Fall River, MA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 47.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.1°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fall River, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fall River, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fall River, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Fall River, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fall River, MA

Average UV index in December - Fall River, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fall River, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Fall River, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Fall River, MA

Average visibility in December - Fall River, 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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