December weather forecast
Shutesbury, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shutesbury, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36°F (2.2°C) and min 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to a cold 36°F (2.2°C). In Shutesbury, an average nighttime temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Shutesbury is 80%.

Rainfall

In Shutesbury, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shutesbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.7 days and collects up to 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shutesbury, in December, during 7.3 snowfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shutesbury, there are 40.3 snowfall days, and 23.66" (601mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Shutesbury is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Shutesbury, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Shutesbury, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Shutesbury?

The high-temperature in Shutesbury during December is 36°F (2.2°C) and the low-temperature is 25.2°F (-3.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shutesbury?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Shutesbury in December?

In Shutesbury, Massachusetts, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Shutesbury in December?

In Shutesbury, Massachusetts, in December, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shutesbury?

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

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

In Shutesbury, Massachusetts, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Shutesbury?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shutesbury, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shutesbury have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Shutesbury?

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

Average temperature in December - Shutesbury, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°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 (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shutesbury, MA

Average pressure in December - Shutesbury, 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
Shutesbury, MA

Average wind speed in December - Shutesbury, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shutesbury, MA

Average humidity in December - Shutesbury, 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
Shutesbury, MA

Average rainfall in December - Shutesbury, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shutesbury, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Shutesbury, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shutesbury, MA

Average snowfall in December - Shutesbury, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shutesbury, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Shutesbury, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 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
Shutesbury, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shutesbury, 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: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shutesbury, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Shutesbury, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shutesbury, MA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Shutesbury, MA

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

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).

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Average visibility in December
Shutesbury, MA

Average visibility in December - Shutesbury, 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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