December weather forecast
Sharon, MA

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Weather in December

Dressed in a wintry cloak, December in Sharon, Massachusetts concludes the year on a frigid note. As daylight becomes a scarce commodity, the weather exhibits a clear dominance of cold and frost. The temperatures deter outdoor activities, encouraging a more indoor-based lifestyle. A thick layer of snow gradually blankets the town, highlighting the seasonal spirit. Despite the frosty conditions, December presents its charm with clear skies, sparkling frost, and winter festivities lighting up the cold nights.

Temperature

Sharon in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). The temperature in Sharon lowers to an average of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sharon, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.1 days and collects up to 7.13" (181mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sharon are January through May, November and December. The months with the most snowfall in Sharon are March and December, with an average 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, in Sharon, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Sharon is 4.9h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Sharon in December?

In Sharon, in December, the average high-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sharon?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Sharon?

In Sharon, in December, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Sharon?

The months with the most snowfall are March and December, with an average 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Sharon in December?

In Sharon, Massachusetts, during December, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sharon?

December has the shortest days of the year in Sharon, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sharon have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sharon?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sharon have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sharon?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sharon, MA

Average temperature in December - Sharon, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sharon, MA

Average pressure in December - Sharon, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"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
Sharon, MA

Average wind speed in December - Sharon, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sharon, MA

Average humidity in December - Sharon, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sharon, MA

Average rainfall in December - Sharon, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sharon, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Sharon, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sharon, MA

Average snowfall in December - Sharon, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and December (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sharon, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Sharon, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sharon, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sharon, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sharon, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Sharon, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sharon, MA

Average UV index in December - Sharon, 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
Sharon, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Sharon, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Sharon, MA

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

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

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