December weather forecastRutland, MA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Rutland, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).Temperature
As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). Rutland experiences an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) in the month of December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Rutland is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rutland, Massachusetts, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 39.9 snowfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Rutland, MA
- Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.9°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 (18.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Rutland, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Rutland, 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).
Average humidity in December
Rutland, 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
Rutland, MA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in December
Rutland, MA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rutland, MA
- Average snowfall in December: 3.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rutland, MA
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rutland, MA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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 36min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rutland, MA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Rutland, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Rutland, 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 36).
Average visibility in December
Rutland, MA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
