December weather forecast
Deerfield, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Deerfield, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and max 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Deerfield observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 46°F (7.8°C) to a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C). In December, Deerfield's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Deerfield, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Deerfield, in December, during 6.4 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Deerfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.7 days and aggregates up to 23.07" (586mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Deerfield.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Deerfield?

Deerfield in December has an average high-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Deerfield?

In Deerfield, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the wettest month in Deerfield?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Deerfield. Rain falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Deerfield in December?

In Deerfield, Massachusetts, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Deerfield?

In Deerfield, Massachusetts, during December, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Deerfield?

The month with the shortest days in Deerfield, Massachusetts, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Deerfield?

On the first day of December in Deerfield, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Deerfield have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Deerfield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Deerfield?

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

Average temperature in December - Deerfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Deerfield, MA

Average pressure in December - Deerfield, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Deerfield, MA

Average wind speed in December - Deerfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Deerfield, MA

Average humidity in December - Deerfield, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Deerfield, MA

Average rainfall in December - Deerfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Deerfield, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Deerfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Deerfield, MA

Average snowfall in December - Deerfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Deerfield, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Deerfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Deerfield, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Deerfield, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Deerfield, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Deerfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Deerfield, MA

Average UV index in December - Deerfield, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Deerfield, MA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Deerfield, MA

Average visibility in December - Deerfield, 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).

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