December weather forecast
North Reading, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in North Reading, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and max 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in North Reading, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated. In North Reading, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 18.86" (479mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In North Reading, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in North Reading 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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in North Reading during December?

In North Reading, in December, the average high-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in North Reading?

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

What is the rainiest month in North Reading?

The month with the most rainfall in North Reading is December, when the rain falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in North Reading?

In North Reading, Massachusetts, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in North Reading?

In North Reading, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in North Reading?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in North Reading?

In December, the average day length in North Reading, Massachusetts, is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in North Reading?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does North Reading have in December?

In North Reading, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in North Reading?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in North Reading?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in North Reading, Massachusetts, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
North Reading, MA

Average temperature in December - North Reading, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°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 (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
North Reading, MA

Average pressure in December - North Reading, 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
North Reading, MA

Average wind speed in December - North Reading, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
North Reading, MA

Average humidity in December - North Reading, 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
North Reading, MA

Average rainfall in December - North Reading, 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 (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in December
North Reading, MA

Average rainfall days in December - North Reading, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
North Reading, MA

Average snowfall in December - North Reading, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
North Reading, MA

Average snowfall days in December - North Reading, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
North Reading, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Reading, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
North Reading, MA

Average sunshine days in December - North Reading, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
North Reading, MA

Average UV index in December - North Reading, 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
North Reading, MA

Average cloud cover in December - North Reading, 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
North Reading, MA

Average visibility in December - North Reading, 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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