December weather forecast
Jefferson, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Jefferson, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.5°F (2.5°C) and min 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

December involves a decrease in temperature, down from a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). Throughout December, Jefferson anticipates an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Jefferson is December, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Jefferson are January through May, October through December. In Jefferson, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.9 snowfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Jefferson 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Jefferson in December?

During December, Jefferson experiences an average high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Jefferson?

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

What is the rainiest month in Jefferson?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Jefferson. Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Jefferson in December?

In Jefferson, Massachusetts, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Jefferson in December?

In Jefferson, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Jefferson?

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

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

The average day length in December in Jefferson, Massachusetts, is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Jefferson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Jefferson, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Jefferson have in December?

In Jefferson, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Jefferson?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Jefferson?

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

Average temperature in December - Jefferson, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°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 (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Jefferson, MA

Average pressure in December - Jefferson, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"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
Jefferson, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Jefferson, MA

Average humidity in December - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average rainfall in December - Jefferson, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Jefferson, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Jefferson, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Jefferson, MA

Average snowfall in December - Jefferson, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Jefferson, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Jefferson, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 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
Jefferson, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jefferson, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and 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
Jefferson, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Jefferson, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Jefferson, MA

Average UV index in December - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Jefferson, 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 36).

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Average visibility in December
Jefferson, MA

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

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

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