December weather forecast
Medford, MA

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Weather in December

December, in Medford, Massachusetts, announces the arrival of winter in full force. This is apparent with temperatures plunging compared to November, averaging a high of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and a low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Along with the dropping temperatures, the prevalence of snowfall becomes a common occurrence in the weather forecast. As the year concludes, the profoundly cold and snowy conditions set the tone for the forthcoming January, restarting the annual weather cycle.

Temperature

The start of December in Medford, Massachusetts, comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). Medford, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Medford is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, in Medford, Massachusetts, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Medford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 45.2 days and collects up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Medford are January through March, May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 2.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) 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 6:54 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Medford 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Medford?

The high-temperature during December is 39.4°F (4.1°C) and the low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Medford?

In Medford, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Medford?

In Medford, Massachusetts, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Medford?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.4 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Medford?

In December, in Medford, Massachusetts, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Medford?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Medford have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Medford?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Medford, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Medford have in December?

In Medford, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Medford?

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 Medford?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Medford, MA

Average temperature in December - Medford, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Medford, MA

Average pressure in December - Medford, 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
Medford, MA

Average wind speed in December - Medford, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Medford, MA

Average humidity in December - Medford, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Medford, MA

Average rainfall in December - Medford, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in December
Medford, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Medford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (5.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Medford, MA

Average snowfall in December - Medford, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Medford, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Medford, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Medford, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Medford, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Medford, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Medford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 26.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (22.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Medford, MA

Average UV index in December - Medford, 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
Medford, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Medford, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Medford, MA

Average visibility in December - Medford, 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).

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