December weather forecast
Williamsburg, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Williamsburg, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36°F (2.2°C) and an average low of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to an icy 36°F (2.2°C). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Williamsburg, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.1 rainfall days, and 14.84" (377mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Williamsburg, in December, during 5.1 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Williamsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.6 days and aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Williamsburg.
On the first day of December in Williamsburg, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Williamsburg?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Williamsburg, Massachusetts, are 36°F (2.2°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Williamsburg?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Williamsburg?

In Williamsburg, Massachusetts, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Williamsburg in December?

In December, in Williamsburg, Massachusetts, it is snowing for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Williamsburg?

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

How many hours of daylight does Williamsburg have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Williamsburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Williamsburg, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Williamsburg?

The average sunshine duration in December in Williamsburg is 4.9h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Williamsburg?

In Williamsburg, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Williamsburg, MA

Average temperature in December - Williamsburg, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in December
Williamsburg, MA

Average pressure in December - Williamsburg, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Williamsburg, MA

Average wind speed in December - Williamsburg, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Williamsburg, MA

Average humidity in December - Williamsburg, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Williamsburg, MA

Average rainfall in December - Williamsburg, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Williamsburg, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Williamsburg, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Williamsburg, MA

Average snowfall in December - Williamsburg, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Williamsburg, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Williamsburg, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 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
Williamsburg, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Williamsburg, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and 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
Williamsburg, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Williamsburg, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Williamsburg, MA

Average UV index in December - Williamsburg, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Williamsburg, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Williamsburg, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Williamsburg, MA

Average visibility in December - Williamsburg, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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