December weather forecastWakefield, MA
December
Weather in December
December marks the return of winter to Wakefield. Snowfalls become more frequent, with an average accumulation of 4.33" (110mm). The cold weather is at full swing with temperatures dropping beyond the freezing point. Despite this, the holiday season lights up the city making it appear warm and inviting. Shorter daylight hours and cold nights render a unique charm to December’s weather despite the frosty conditions.Temperature
The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Wakefield's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) marks the month of December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wakefield, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wakefield, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 18.86" (479mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Wakefield, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Wakefield, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Wakefield, 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).
Average pressure in December
Wakefield, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Wakefield, 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).
Average humidity in December
Wakefield, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Wakefield, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
Wakefield, 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).
Average snowfall in December
Wakefield, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
Wakefield, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wakefield, 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 48min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Wakefield, 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).
Average UV index in December
Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, 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).
Average visibility in December
Wakefield, 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).
