December weather forecastMethuen, MA
December
Weather in December
December marks the arrival of winter in Methuen, with temperatures falling steadily and snow showers becoming frequent. The year concludes with another dusting of snow, covering the city in an enchanting white blanket. The average snowfall increasing significantly to 4.49" (114mm), marks the second-highest in the year, hinting at the stay-put winter. Holiday decorations light up the town, providing warmth against the stark winter backdrop. The promise of cookies, hot chocolate, holiday songs, and upcoming celebrations makes this chilly period a festive time of the year.Temperature
The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's frosty 48.2°F (9°C) to an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is accumulated. In Methuen, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.9 days and aggregates up to 20.94" (532mm) 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 December in Methuen, 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
In Methuen, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Methuen, MA
- Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Methuen, 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
Methuen, MA
- Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Methuen, MA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Methuen, 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 (1.3").
Average rainfall days in December
Methuen, MA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Methuen, MA
- Average snowfall in December: 4.49"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Methuen, MA
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Methuen, MA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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 54min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Methuen, MA
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Methuen, 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
Methuen, 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 31).
Average visibility in December
Methuen, 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).
