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

Neat field and stunning golden and brown trees in the fall around the iconic congregational church in West Stockbridge, Massachusetts

Weather in December

December brings out the winter charm in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, with the temperature dropping further to 34.2°F (1.2°C). It's time to unpack the winter gear, as the city gets ready to welcome flurries of snow once again. Christmas melodies fill the air as cozy fireplaces become frequent spots of solace against the biting cold. The city basks in the joy of the holiday season, with shorter days and longer nights setting the tone for winter festivities. Toward the end of December, twelve months full of vibrant weather patterns come full circle as Stockbridge gears up to receive another year of diverse climatic experiences.

Temperature

December involves a decrease in temperature, down from a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) in November to a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C). Stockbridge witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Stockbridge, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Stockbridge, Massachusetts, during December, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Stockbridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.8 days and collects up to 7.32" (186mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, is December, when snow falls for 5.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, in Stockbridge, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Stockbridge is 4.2h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Stockbridge in December?

The high-temperature during December is 34.2°F (1.2°C) and the low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Stockbridge?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in Stockbridge in December?

In Stockbridge, during December, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Stockbridge?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Stockbridge. Snow falls for 5.9 days and accumulates 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Stockbridge in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stockbridge?

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 Stockbridge?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Stockbridge?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stockbridge have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, is 4.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Stockbridge?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability 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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Average high temperature

44.4°F 6.9°C

34.2°F 1.2°C

28°F -2.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.3mph 13.4km/h

9.1mph 14.6km/h

9.3mph 15km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

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Average temperature in December
Stockbridge, MA

Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Stockbridge, MA

Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Stockbridge, MA

Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Stockbridge, MA

Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Stockbridge, MA

Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Stockbridge, MA

Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Stockbridge, MA

Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Stockbridge, MA

Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 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
Stockbridge, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Stockbridge, MA

Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Stockbridge, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Stockbridge, MA

Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Stockbridge, MA

Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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December weather forecast
Stockbridge, MA

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