December weather forecastWorcester, MA
December
Weather in December
December ushers in Worcester's winter, evidenced by an increased snowfall of 3.5" (89mm). It paints a beautiful holiday atmosphere across the city, just in time for Christmas. The gradually reducing daylight duration and temperatures foretell a full-fledged winter scenario in the upcoming months. The mixing sight of twinkling holiday lights and freshly-fallen snow sets a quaint, festive mood throughout the city. December, therefore, waves the flag for a sparkling, icy, and festive winter in Worcester, Massachusetts.Temperature
In Worcester, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). An average minimum temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) marks the month of December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Worcester is 79%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated. In Worcester, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.9 days and aggregates up to 24.45" (621mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Average temperature in December
Worcester, MA
- Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Worcester, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Worcester, MA
- Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Worcester, MA
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Worcester, MA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in December
Worcester, MA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Worcester, MA
- Average snowfall in December: 3.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Worcester, MA
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Worcester, MA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 36min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Worcester, MA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Worcester, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Worcester, MA
- Average cloud cover in December: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in December
Worcester, MA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
