December weather forecastNorthampton, MA
December
Weather in December
Winter announces its arrival in December when Northampton sees temperatures between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 36°F (2.2°C). Festive spirit fills the air as snow carpets the city, creating a picturesque winter scene. Despite the chill, the city glows with holiday decorations and bustling markets. Towards the end of the month, snowfall sees a significant increase, standing at 1.3" (33mm). Being the grand finale of the year, December offers the perfect weather to curl up with a hot beverage and enjoy the holiday spirit.Temperature
Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to an icy 36°F (2.2°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
In Northampton, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.1 rainfall days, and 14.84" (377mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Northampton are January through May, November and December. In Northampton, in December, during 5.1 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Northampton, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.6 days and aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Northampton, MA
- Average high temperature in December: 36°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.8°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°F).
Average pressure in December
Northampton, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Northampton, MA
- Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Northampton, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Northampton, MA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").
Average rainfall days in December
Northampton, MA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Northampton, MA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.3"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Northampton, MA
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Northampton, MA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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: 4h and 54min
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 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Northampton, MA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Northampton, MA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Northampton, MA
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
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
Northampton, MA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
