December weather forecast
North Amherst, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in North Amherst, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and max 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). The nights of December in North Amherst anticipate an average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in North Amherst is 80%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in North Amherst. In North Amherst, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in North Amherst, there are 38.2 snowfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in North Amherst?

North Amherst in December has an average high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in North Amherst?

In North Amherst, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in North Amherst?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in North Amherst?

In North Amherst, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in North Amherst in December?

In North Amherst, Massachusetts, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in North Amherst?

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

How many hours of daylight does North Amherst have in December?

The average day length in December in North Amherst is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in North Amherst?

On the first day of December in North Amherst, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in North Amherst?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in North Amherst?

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

How high is the UV index in December in North Amherst?

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

Average temperature in December - North Amherst, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
North Amherst, MA

Average pressure in December - North Amherst, 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
North Amherst, MA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
North Amherst, MA

Average humidity in December - North Amherst, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
North Amherst, MA

Average rainfall in December - North Amherst, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
North Amherst, MA

Average rainfall days in December - North Amherst, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
North Amherst, MA

Average snowfall in December - North Amherst, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
North Amherst, MA

Average snowfall days in December - North Amherst, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.2 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
North Amherst, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Amherst, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
North Amherst, MA

Average sunshine days in December - North Amherst, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
North Amherst, MA

Average UV index in December - North Amherst, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
North Amherst, MA

Average cloud cover in December - North Amherst, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
North Amherst, MA

Average visibility in December - North Amherst, 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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