December weather forecastOxford, MA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Oxford, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).Temperature
Oxford experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C). Oxford experiences a mean temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) during December nights.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Oxford, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.7 snowfall days, and 20.59" (523mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Average temperature in December
Oxford, MA
- Average high temperature in December: 37.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Oxford, MA
- Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Oxford, MA
- Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Oxford, MA
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Oxford, MA
- Average rainfall in December: 3.11"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in December
Oxford, MA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Oxford, MA
- Average snowfall in December: 3.39"
The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Oxford, MA
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oxford, MA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Oxford, MA
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Oxford, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Oxford, MA
- Average cloud cover in December: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in December
Oxford, MA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
