December weather forecast
West Newbury, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in West Newbury, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and max 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). During December, the temperature in West Newbury, Massachusetts, tends to dip to an average of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in West Newbury, Massachusetts, is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Newbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.3 days and collects up to 5.43" (138mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 2.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in West Newbury, Massachusetts.
On the first day of December in West Newbury, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in West Newbury in December?

December temperatures in West Newbury, Massachusetts, vary between a high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Newbury?

The average relative humidity in December in West Newbury, Massachusetts, is 77%.

How much does it rain in West Newbury in December?

In December, in West Newbury, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in West Newbury?

December is the month with the most snowfall in West Newbury, Massachusetts. Snow falls for 2.6 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in West Newbury?

In West Newbury, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

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

In West Newbury, Massachusetts, the average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

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

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Newbury, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

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

The average sunshine duration in December in West Newbury is 4.9h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in West Newbury?

In West Newbury, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Newbury, MA

Average temperature in December - West Newbury, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Newbury, MA

Average pressure in December - West Newbury, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
West Newbury, MA

Average wind speed in December - West Newbury, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Newbury, MA

Average humidity in December - West Newbury, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Newbury, MA

Average rainfall in December - West Newbury, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Newbury, MA

Average rainfall days in December - West Newbury, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Newbury, MA

Average snowfall in December - West Newbury, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Newbury, MA

Average snowfall days in December - West Newbury, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Newbury, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Newbury, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Newbury, MA

Average sunshine days in December - West Newbury, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (18.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Newbury, MA

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

Average cloud cover in December - West Newbury, 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 31).

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Average visibility in December
West Newbury, MA

Average visibility in December - West Newbury, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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