December weather forecast
Agawam, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Agawam, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 48.2°F (9°C) to a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C). Agawam witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Agawam, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 16.06" (408mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Agawam, Massachusetts, in December, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.1 snowfall days, and 5.83" (148mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Agawam in December?

In Agawam, 37.6°F (3.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Agawam, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Agawam, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Agawam 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Agawam, MA

Average temperature in December - Agawam, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Agawam, MA

Average pressure in December - Agawam, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Agawam, MA

Average wind speed in December - Agawam, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Agawam, MA

Average humidity in December - Agawam, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Agawam, MA

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and October (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Agawam, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Agawam, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Agawam, MA

Average snowfall in December - Agawam, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Agawam, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Agawam, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Agawam, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Agawam, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Agawam, MA

Average UV index in December - Agawam, 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
Agawam, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Agawam, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

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).

Average visibility in December
Agawam, MA

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

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

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