December weather forecast
Russell, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Russell, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and max 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

December involves a decrease in temperature, down from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). An average temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) marks the nights in December.

Humidity

In Russell, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Russell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.8 days and collects up to 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Russell are January through May, October through December. In Russell, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Russell, there are 54.3 snowfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Russell, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Russell are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Russell in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Russell?

The average relative humidity in December in Russell is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Russell?

In Russell, Massachusetts, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Russell in December?

In December, in Russell, Massachusetts, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 6.22" (158mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Russell?

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

How many hours of daylight does Russell have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Russell?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Russell, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Russell?

In Russell, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Russell?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Russell is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Russell, MA

Average temperature in December - Russell, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Russell, MA

Average pressure in December - Russell, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Russell, MA

Average wind speed in December - Russell, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Russell, MA

Average humidity in December - Russell, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Russell, MA

Average rainfall in December - Russell, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Russell, MA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Russell, MA

Average snowfall in December - Russell, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Russell, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Russell, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 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
Russell, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Russell, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Russell, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Russell, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Russell, MA

Average UV index in December - Russell, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Russell, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Russell, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Russell, MA

Average visibility in December - Russell, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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