December weather forecast
Beverly, MA

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Weather in December

December is the peak of the winter season for Beverly. It welcomes the highest snowfall of the year's second half at 3.86" (98mm). The temperature drops to its second lowest for the year, hitting a high of just 39.6°F (4.2°C). The sea temperature dips significantly, making water activities very uncomfortable. With limited daylight and freezing conditions, December typically signifies a slow-down in outdoor activities, marking the beginning of a serene, wintry end to the year in Beverly, Massachusetts.

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) in November to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C). Throughout December, Beverly witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

In Beverly, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Beverly are January through April, October through December. In Beverly, during December, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.3 snowfall days, and 16.46" (418mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Beverly, Massachusetts, the average seawater temperature in December is 46°F (7.8°C).
Note: Swimming in 46°F (7.8°C) at temperatures under 50°F (10°C) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 55.4°F (13°C) feels frosty.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Beverly, is 39.6°F (4.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the wettest month in Beverly?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Beverly, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Beverly, in December, during 5.7 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). Swimming in 46°F (7.8°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Beverly, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Beverly?

On the first day of December in Beverly, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

Average temperature in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Beverly, MA

Average pressure in December - Beverly, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Beverly, MA

Average wind speed in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Beverly, MA

Average humidity in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Beverly, MA

Average rainfall in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Beverly, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Beverly, MA

Average snowfall in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Beverly, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Beverly, MA

Average sea temperature in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 45.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Beverly, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Beverly, 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Beverly, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Beverly, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Beverly, MA

Average UV index in December - Beverly, 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
Beverly, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Beverly, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Beverly, MA

Average visibility in December - Beverly, 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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