December weather forecast
Oakham, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Oakham, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.5°F (2.5°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In Oakham, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Oakham, Massachusetts, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.4 rainfall days, and 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Oakham. In December, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated. In Oakham, Massachusetts, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.9 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Oakham, Massachusetts.
On the first day of December in Oakham, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Oakham, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, October through 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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Oakham?

The high-temperature during December is 36.5°F (2.5°C) and the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oakham?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Oakham in December?

In Oakham, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Oakham?

In Oakham, in December, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oakham?

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

How many hours of daylight does Oakham have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Oakham?

On the first day of December in Oakham, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oakham?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Oakham is 4.4h.

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

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Oakham?

In Oakham, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Oakham, MA

Average temperature in December - Oakham, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Oakham, MA

Average pressure in December - Oakham, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Oakham, MA

Average wind speed in December - Oakham, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Oakham, MA

Average humidity in December - Oakham, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Oakham, MA

Average rainfall in December - Oakham, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Oakham, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Oakham, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Oakham, MA

Average snowfall in December - Oakham, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Oakham, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Oakham, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Oakham, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oakham, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oakham, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Oakham, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oakham, MA

Average UV index in December - Oakham, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Oakham, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Oakham, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Oakham, MA

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

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

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