December weather forecast
Stoneham, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Stoneham, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Stoneham observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Stoneham. In Stoneham, Massachusetts, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Stoneham, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 18.86" (479mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Stoneham, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Stoneham, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Stoneham in December?

The high-temperature during December is 38.8°F (3.8°C) and the low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Stoneham?

In December, the average relative humidity in Stoneham, Massachusetts, is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Stoneham?

The month with the most rainfall in Stoneham is December, when the rain falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Stoneham in December?

In December, in Stoneham, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Stoneham?

In Stoneham, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stoneham?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Stoneham?

The average day length in December in Stoneham, Massachusetts, is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Stoneham?

On the first day of December in Stoneham, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stoneham?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Stoneham, Massachusetts, is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Stoneham?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Stoneham?

In Stoneham, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Stoneham, MA

Average temperature in December - Stoneham, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Stoneham, MA

Average pressure in December - Stoneham, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Stoneham, MA

Average wind speed in December - Stoneham, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Stoneham, MA

Average humidity in December - Stoneham, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Stoneham, MA

Average rainfall in December - Stoneham, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in December
Stoneham, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Stoneham, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Stoneham, MA

Average snowfall in December - Stoneham, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Stoneham, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
Stoneham, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stoneham, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Stoneham, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Stoneham, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Stoneham, MA

Average UV index in December - Stoneham, 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
Stoneham, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Stoneham, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Stoneham, MA

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

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

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