December weather forecast
South Hadley, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in South Hadley, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). Throughout December, South Hadley registers a consistent average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in South Hadley is 80%.

Rainfall

In South Hadley, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in South Hadley, there are 136.4 rainfall days, and 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in South Hadley, Massachusetts, are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.6 snowfall days, and 6.93" (176mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Hadley.
On the first day of December in South Hadley, 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 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in South Hadley is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in South Hadley in December?

During December, South Hadley experiences an average high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Hadley?

The average relative humidity in December in South Hadley is 80%.

How much does it rain in South Hadley in December?

In South Hadley, Massachusetts, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in South Hadley in December?

In December, in South Hadley, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Hadley?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Hadley.

How many hours of daylight does South Hadley have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in South Hadley?

On the first day of December in South Hadley, 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 4:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Hadley have in December?

In South Hadley, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in South Hadley?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in South Hadley?

In South Hadley, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
South Hadley, MA

Average temperature in December - South Hadley, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Hadley, MA

Average pressure in December - South Hadley, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
South Hadley, MA

Average wind speed in December - South Hadley, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Hadley, MA

Average humidity in December - South Hadley, 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
South Hadley, MA

Average rainfall in December - South Hadley, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Hadley, MA

Average rainfall days in December - South Hadley, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Hadley, MA

Average snowfall in December - South Hadley, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Hadley, MA

Average snowfall days in December - South Hadley, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Hadley, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Hadley, 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: 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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Hadley, MA

Average sunshine days in December - South Hadley, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Hadley, MA

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

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Average cloud cover in December
South Hadley, MA

Average cloud cover in December - South Hadley, 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
South Hadley, MA

Average visibility in December - South Hadley, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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