December weather forecast
West Groton, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in West Groton, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 37.4°F (3°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 37.4°F (3°C). West Groton records an average nighttime low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) in December.

Humidity

In West Groton, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in West Groton is December, when the rain falls for 9.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Groton. In West Groton, Massachusetts, in December, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.45" (113mm) of snow. In West Groton, Massachusetts, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 22.99" (584mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in West Groton is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in West Groton is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Groton 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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in West Groton?

December temperatures in West Groton, Massachusetts, vary between a high-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) and a low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Groton?

The average relative humidity in December in West Groton is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in West Groton?

December is the month with the most rainfall in West Groton. Rain falls for 9.7 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in West Groton in December?

In December, in West Groton, Massachusetts, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in West Groton in December?

In West Groton, during December, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Groton?

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

How many hours of daylight does West Groton have in December?

In December, the average day length in West Groton, Massachusetts, is 9h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Groton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Groton, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Groton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in West Groton?

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 West Groton?

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

Average temperature in December - West Groton, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Groton, MA

Average pressure in December - West Groton, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
West Groton, MA

Average wind speed in December - West Groton, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Groton, MA

Average humidity in December - West Groton, 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
West Groton, MA

Average rainfall in December - West Groton, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Groton, MA

Average rainfall days in December - West Groton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Groton, MA

Average snowfall in December - West Groton, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Groton, MA

Average snowfall days in December - West Groton, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 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
West Groton, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Groton, MA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Groton, MA

Average sunshine days in December - West Groton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Groton, MA

Average UV index in December - West Groton, 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
West Groton, MA

Average cloud cover in December - West Groton, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
West Groton, MA

Average visibility in December - West Groton, 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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