December weather forecast
Wayland, MA

Share

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wayland, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average high of 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a cold 39°F (3.9°C). Wayland encounters an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Wayland, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Wayland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.8 days and collects up to 24.21" (615mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Wayland. In Wayland, in December, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.66" (93mm) of snow. In Wayland, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.5 days and aggregates up to 15.91" (404mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, in Wayland, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Wayland is 5h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wayland in December?

The high-temperature during December is 39°F (3.9°C) and the low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wayland?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wayland?

In Wayland, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Wayland?

In Wayland, Massachusetts, in December, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wayland?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wayland have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wayland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wayland, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wayland have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Wayland, Massachusetts, is 5h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Wayland, 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 Wayland?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Wayland, MA

Average temperature in December - Wayland, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in December
Wayland, MA

Average pressure in December - Wayland, 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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in December
Wayland, MA

Average wind speed in December - Wayland, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in December
Wayland, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in December
Wayland, MA

Average rainfall in December - Wayland, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in December
Wayland, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Wayland, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in December
Wayland, MA

Average snowfall in December - Wayland, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in December
Wayland, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Wayland, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wayland, 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: 5h and 0min

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 48min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in December
Wayland, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Wayland, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in December
Wayland, MA

Average UV index in December - Wayland, 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).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in December
Wayland, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

[Resources]

Average visibility in December
Wayland, MA

Average visibility in December - Wayland, 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).

[Resources]

Wayland, Massachusetts, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location