December weather forecast
Chicopee, MA

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Weather in December

December witnesses Chicopee returning to its winter state, with temperatures falling to winter lows. Snowfall resumes, with the city experiencing a snowfall of 0.43" (11mm) across an average of 1.8 days. With an average of 9.2 hours of daylight, December has the shortest daylight duration of the year. The fall in temperatures, along with the reduction in daylight hours, indicate the full onset of winter in Chicopee. Despite the cold and snow, December's festive spirit manages to keep the city’s atmosphere warm and vibrant.

Temperature

With the onset of December, Chicopee's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). Chicopee reports an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Chicopee is 79%.

Rainfall

In Chicopee, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 55.4 rainfall days, and 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chicopee are January through April, November and December. The months with the most snowfall are March and December, with an average 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Chicopee?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Chicopee, Massachusetts, during December are 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Chicopee?

In Chicopee, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Chicopee in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Chicopee?

The months with the most snowfall in Chicopee are March and December, with an average 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Chicopee?

In Chicopee, in December, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chicopee?

December has the shortest days of the year in Chicopee, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Chicopee is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Chicopee?

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, in Chicopee, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chicopee have in December?

In Chicopee, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Chicopee?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Chicopee is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chicopee, MA

Average temperature in December - Chicopee, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Chicopee, MA

Average pressure in December - Chicopee, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Chicopee, MA

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

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

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Average humidity in December
Chicopee, MA

Average humidity in December - Chicopee, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chicopee, MA

Average rainfall in December - Chicopee, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in December
Chicopee, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Chicopee, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (6.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Chicopee, MA

Average snowfall in December - Chicopee, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Chicopee, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Chicopee, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
Chicopee, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chicopee, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chicopee, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Chicopee, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (22.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chicopee, MA

Average UV index in December - Chicopee, 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
Chicopee, MA

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

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

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Average visibility in December
Chicopee, MA

Average visibility in December - Chicopee, 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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