December weather forecastFall River, MA
December
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
December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). Fall River records an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) in December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 76%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fall River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.4 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.2 snowfall days, and 7.17" (182mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Fall River, in December, the average water temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).Note: Swimming in 47.8°F (8.8°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fall River, MA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 54min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
