Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average low-temperature, in December, is a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 76%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Melrose, Massachusetts, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Melrose, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.1 days and aggregates up to 17.36" (441mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Melrose, 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, in Melrose, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Melrose is 4.8h.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Frequently asked questions
Is December cold in Melrose?
What is the average humidity in December in Melrose?
What is the wettest month in Melrose?
How many days does it rain in December in Melrose?
How many days does it snow in December in Melrose?
What is the month with the shortest days in Melrose?
How many hours of daylight does Melrose have in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Melrose?
How long on average sun shines in December in Melrose?
When is the lowest UV index in Melrose?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Melrose?
Average temperature in December
Melrose, 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 (33.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Melrose, MA
- Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Melrose, MA
- Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in December
Melrose, MA
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Melrose, 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 (1.26").
Average rainfall days in December
Melrose, MA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Melrose, MA
- Average snowfall in December: 4.02"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Melrose, MA
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Melrose, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Melrose, MA
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Melrose, 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
Melrose, 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).
Average visibility in December
Melrose, 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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