December weather forecast
Lancaster, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lancaster, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 26.6°F (-3°C) and 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 37.4°F (3°C). Lancaster, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lancaster is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lancaster, Massachusetts, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lancaster, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.5 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) of snow.

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 6:57 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lancaster, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November 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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lancaster in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lancaster during December are 37.4°F (3°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lancaster?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Lancaster?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Lancaster. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Lancaster in December?

In Lancaster, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Lancaster?

In Lancaster, in December, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lancaster?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lancaster have in December?

In Lancaster, Massachusetts, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lancaster?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lancaster?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lancaster?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lancaster?

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

Average temperature in December - Lancaster, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lancaster, MA

Average pressure in December - Lancaster, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Lancaster, MA

Average wind speed in December - Lancaster, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lancaster, MA

Average humidity in December - Lancaster, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lancaster, MA

Average rainfall in December - Lancaster, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lancaster, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Lancaster, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lancaster, MA

Average snowfall in December - Lancaster, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lancaster, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Lancaster, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 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
Lancaster, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lancaster, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lancaster, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Lancaster, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lancaster, MA

Average UV index in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Lancaster, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Lancaster, MA

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

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

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