December weather forecast
Winchester, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Winchester, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

A shift in Winchester's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Winchester are January through May, October through December. In Winchester, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Winchester, Massachusetts, 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, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Winchester, sunrise is at 6:55 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.

Sunshine

In Winchester, the average sunshine in December 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Winchester?

The high-temperature, in December, in Winchester, is 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Winchester?

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

What is the rainiest month in Winchester?

The month with the most rainfall in Winchester 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 Winchester in December?

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

How much does it snow in Winchester in December?

In Winchester, Massachusetts, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Winchester?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Winchester?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Winchester?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 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 Winchester?

The average sunshine duration in December in Winchester, Massachusetts, is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Winchester?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Winchester?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Winchester, MA

Average temperature in December - Winchester, 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
Winchester, MA

Average pressure in December - Winchester, 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
Winchester, MA

Average wind speed in December - Winchester, 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
Winchester, MA

Average humidity in December - Winchester, 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
Winchester, MA

Average rainfall in December - Winchester, 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
Winchester, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Winchester, 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
Winchester, MA

Average snowfall in December - Winchester, 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
Winchester, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Winchester, 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
Winchester, MA

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

Average sunshine days in December - Winchester, 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
Winchester, MA

Average UV index in December - Winchester, 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
Winchester, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Winchester, 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
Winchester, MA

Average visibility in December - Winchester, 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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