December weather forecast
Wakefield, MA

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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

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C). Wakefield records a consistent low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Wakefield 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, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow. 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, in Wakefield, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Wakefield 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Wakefield in December?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Wakefield?

The average relative humidity in December in Wakefield is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Wakefield?

The month with the most rainfall in Wakefield, Massachusetts, 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 Wakefield in December?

In Wakefield, Massachusetts, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Wakefield in December?

In Wakefield, Massachusetts, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wakefield?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Wakefield have in December?

In Wakefield, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wakefield?

On the first day of December in Wakefield, Massachusetts, 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 Wakefield?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Wakefield?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Wakefield?

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

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).

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Average pressure in December
Wakefield, MA

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Wakefield, MA

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).

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Average humidity in December
Wakefield, MA

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Wakefield, MA

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Wakefield, MA

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Wakefield, MA

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Wakefield, MA

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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, MA

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).

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Average UV index in December
Wakefield, MA

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Wakefield, MA

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).

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Average visibility in December
Wakefield, MA

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).

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