December weather forecast
Lowell, MA

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Weather in December

December in Lowell, Massachusetts, sees the city descending into the full throttle of the winter season, characterized by minimal daylight hours, icy cold temperatures, and abundant snowfall. A significant climatic trait of this month is the high snowfall totaling at 4.41" (112mm). Overall temperatures fluctuate between a chilling 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a frigid 37.9°F (3.3°C), reaffirming the existence of winter. The incline in the intensity of snowfall and chilly temperatures sets December apart and marks the return to January's weather conditions.

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). The low-temperature average for Lowell during December stands at a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lowell is 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Lowell, Massachusetts. Rain falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Lowell, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lowell, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 21.61" (549mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lowell, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lowell, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Lowell in December?

In Lowell, 37.9°F (3.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lowell?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lowell is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Lowell?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Lowell. Rain falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Lowell in December?

In Lowell, Massachusetts, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lowell in December?

In Lowell, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lowell?

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

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

The average day length in December in Lowell is 9h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lowell?

On the first day of December in Lowell, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lowell?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lowell?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lowell is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lowell, MA

Average temperature in December - Lowell, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lowell, MA

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

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Average wind speed in December
Lowell, MA

Average wind speed in December - Lowell, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lowell, MA

Average humidity in December - Lowell, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lowell, MA

Average rainfall in December - Lowell, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lowell, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Lowell, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lowell, MA

Average snowfall in December - Lowell, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lowell, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 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
Lowell, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lowell, MA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lowell, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Lowell, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lowell, MA

Average UV index in December - Lowell, 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
Lowell, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Lowell, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Lowell, MA

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

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

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