December weather forecast
Southborough, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Southborough, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Southborough observes an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Southborough is 77%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are March, November and December, with an average 2.56" (65mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Southborough. In Southborough, Massachusetts, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.4 snowfall days, and 21.61" (549mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Southborough?

The high-temperature in Southborough, Massachusetts, during December is 38.3°F (3.5°C) and the low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Southborough?

The average relative humidity in December in Southborough, Massachusetts, is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Southborough?

The wettest months in Southborough are March, November and December, with an average 2.56" (65mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December in Southborough?

In Southborough, Massachusetts, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Southborough in December?

In Southborough, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Southborough?

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

How many hours of daylight does Southborough have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Southborough?

On the first day of December in Southborough, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Southborough?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Southborough is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Southborough?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Southborough?

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

Average temperature in December - Southborough, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Southborough, MA

Average pressure in December - Southborough, 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
Southborough, MA

Average wind speed in December - Southborough, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Southborough, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Southborough, MA

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March, November and December (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in December
Southborough, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Southborough, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Southborough, MA

Average snowfall in December - Southborough, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Southborough, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Southborough, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 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
Southborough, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Southborough, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Southborough, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Southborough, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Southborough, MA

Average UV index in December - Southborough, 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
Southborough, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Southborough, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Southborough, MA

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

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

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