December weather forecast
Chesterfield, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Chesterfield, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average low of 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

Chesterfield's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C) is recorded in Chesterfield.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Chesterfield is 81%.

Rainfall

In Chesterfield, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.4 rainfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chesterfield, Massachusetts, are January through May, October through December. In Chesterfield, in December, during 7.3 snowfall days, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.7 snowfall days, and 22.56" (573mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Chesterfield.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Chesterfield, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Chesterfield 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Chesterfield?

December temperatures in Chesterfield vary between a high-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and a low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Chesterfield?

The average relative humidity in December in Chesterfield is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Chesterfield?

In Chesterfield, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Chesterfield?

In Chesterfield, Massachusetts, during December, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chesterfield?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Chesterfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Chesterfield?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Chesterfield is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Chesterfield?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Chesterfield?

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

Average temperature in December - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Chesterfield, MA

Average pressure in December - Chesterfield, 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
Chesterfield, MA

Average wind speed in December - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Chesterfield, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chesterfield, MA

Average rainfall in December - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Chesterfield, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Chesterfield, MA

Average snowfall in December - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Chesterfield, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.8 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
Chesterfield, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chesterfield, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chesterfield, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chesterfield, MA

Average UV index in December - Chesterfield, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Chesterfield, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Chesterfield, MA

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

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

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