December weather forecast
Royalston, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Royalston, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Royalston's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) to an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) is observed in Royalston.

Humidity

In Royalston, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Royalston, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Royalston, there are 143.2 rainfall days, and 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Royalston, in December, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 5.31" (135mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.7 snowfall days, and 31.93" (811mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Royalston, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Royalston, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Royalston in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Royalston, Massachusetts, during December are 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Royalston?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in Royalston in December?

In Royalston, Massachusetts, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Royalston in December?

In Royalston, in December, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Royalston?

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

How many hours of daylight does Royalston have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Royalston?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Royalston, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Royalston?

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

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

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Royalston.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Royalston?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Royalston, Massachusetts, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Royalston, MA

Average temperature in December - Royalston, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Royalston, MA

Average pressure in December - Royalston, 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
Royalston, MA

Average wind speed in December - Royalston, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Royalston, MA

Average humidity in December - Royalston, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Royalston, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Royalston, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Royalston, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Royalston, MA

Average snowfall in December - Royalston, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Royalston, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Royalston, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 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
Royalston, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Royalston, 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 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Royalston, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Royalston, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Royalston, MA

Average UV index in December - Royalston, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Royalston, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Royalston, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Royalston, MA

Average visibility in December - Royalston, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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