December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average snowfall in December
Average snowfall days in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

The tall buildings of Springfield, Massachusetts, with a clear mirrored reflection in the water

Weather in December

December brings along the chill of winter to Springfield, Massachusetts. With 0.43 inch of snowfall, the city dons a classic, white Christmas look. There's a beauty to the winter chill that instills a sense of serenity in the quieter city streets. Despite the cool temperament, December in Springfield embraces festive vibrancy with Christmas and New Year celebrations. Thus, the climatic year concludes, encapsulating the city of Springfield in a pristine winter wonderland.

Temperature

December's arrival in Springfield coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) to a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C). In December, Springfield encounters an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) during the night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Springfield is 79%.

Rainfall

In Springfield, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Springfield, there are 55.4 rainfall days, and 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Springfield are January through April, November and December. The months with the most snowfall are March and December, with an average 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Springfield, Massachusetts, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Springfield?

In December, in Springfield, the average high-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Springfield?

In December, the average relative humidity in Springfield is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Springfield?

In Springfield, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Springfield?

The months with the most snowfall are March and December, with an average 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Springfield?

In December, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Springfield?

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

How many hours of daylight does Springfield have in December?

The average day length in December in Springfield is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Springfield?

On the first day of December in Springfield, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Springfield?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Springfield?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Springfield, Massachusetts, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

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December

Jan

Average high temperature

47.3°F 8.5°C

36.7°F 2.6°C

31.3°F -0.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.6mph 12.2km/h

8.1mph 13km/h

8.6mph 13.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

23.6

25.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Springfield, MA

Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

Average low temperature in December: 25.9°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
Springfield, 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
Springfield, 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
Springfield, MA

Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Springfield, MA

Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in December
Springfield, MA

Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (6.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Springfield, MA

Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Springfield, MA

Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
Springfield, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and 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
Springfield, MA

Average sunshine days in December: 25 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (22.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Springfield, 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
Springfield, MA

Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Springfield, 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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December weather forecast
Springfield, MA

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