December weather forecast
Thorndike, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Thorndike, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Thorndike sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). Thorndike records an average nighttime low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Thorndike, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Thorndike, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 18.43" (468mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of December, in Thorndike, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Thorndike 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 in Thorndike. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Thorndike?

In Thorndike, in December, the average high-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Thorndike?

The average relative humidity in December in Thorndike, Massachusetts, is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Thorndike?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Thorndike?

In Thorndike, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Thorndike?

In Thorndike, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Thorndike?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Thorndike, Massachusetts.

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

In December, the average day length in Thorndike is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Thorndike?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Thorndike, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Thorndike?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Thorndike?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Thorndike, Massachusetts, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Thorndike, MA

Average temperature in December - Thorndike, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in December
Thorndike, MA

Average pressure in December - Thorndike, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Thorndike, MA

Average wind speed in December - Thorndike, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Thorndike, MA

Average humidity in December - Thorndike, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Thorndike, MA

Average rainfall in December - Thorndike, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Thorndike, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Thorndike, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Thorndike, MA

Average snowfall in December - Thorndike, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Thorndike, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Thorndike, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8.4 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
Thorndike, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thorndike, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Thorndike, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Thorndike, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Thorndike, MA

Average UV index in December - Thorndike, 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
Thorndike, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Thorndike, MA

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

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

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