December weather forecast
Northborough, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Northborough, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). Northborough experiences a steady low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are March, November and December, with an average 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Northborough, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow. In Northborough, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.4 days and aggregates up to 21.61" (549mm) 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 6:56 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Northborough, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Northborough in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Northborough, is 38.3°F (3.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Northborough?

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

What is the wettest month in Northborough?

The wettest months in Northborough, Massachusetts, are March, November and December, with an average 2.56" (65mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December in Northborough?

In Northborough, Massachusetts, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Northborough?

In Northborough, Massachusetts, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Northborough?

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

How many hours of daylight does Northborough have in December?

In Northborough, the average day length in December is 9h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Northborough?

On the first day of December in Northborough, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Northborough?

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Northborough?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Northborough is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Northborough, MA

Average temperature in December - Northborough, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Northborough, MA

Average pressure in December - Northborough, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"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
Northborough, MA

Average wind speed in December - Northborough, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Northborough, MA

Average humidity in December - Northborough, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Northborough, MA

Average rainfall in December - Northborough, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March, November and December (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in December
Northborough, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Northborough, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Northborough, MA

Average snowfall in December - Northborough, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Northborough, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Northborough, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 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
Northborough, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Northborough, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Northborough, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Northborough, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Northborough, MA

Average UV index in December - Northborough, 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
Northborough, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Northborough, MA

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

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

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