December weather forecastLeicester, MA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Leicester, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and an average high of 36.5°F (2.5°C).Temperature
December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Leicester is 79%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Leicester, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Leicester, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.9 days and aggregates up to 24.45" (621mm) of snow.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 6:57 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Leicester 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Leicester, 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).
Average pressure in December
Leicester, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Leicester, 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).
Average humidity in December
Leicester, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Leicester, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
Leicester, 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).
Average snowfall in December
Leicester, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
Leicester, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Leicester, 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 36min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Leicester, 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).
Average UV index in December
Leicester, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Leicester, 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).
Average visibility in December
Leicester, 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).
