December weather forecast
Adams, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Adams, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 42.8°F (6°C) in November to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C). December nights in Adams are marked by an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Adams, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Adams, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.4 days and collects up to 24.53" (623mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Adams, during December, snow falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Adams, there are 77.5 snowfall days, and 32.32" (821mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Adams, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Adams, is 32.5°F (0.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Adams, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Adams, in December, during 13.8 snowfall days, 5.08" (129mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Adams, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Adams, MA

Average temperature in December - Adams, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Adams, MA

Average pressure in December - Adams, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"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).

Average wind speed in December
Adams, MA

Average wind speed in December - Adams, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Adams, MA

Average humidity in December - Adams, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Adams, MA

Average rainfall in December - Adams, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (2.56").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Adams, MA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Adams, MA

Average snowfall in December - Adams, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Adams, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Adams, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Adams, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Adams, MA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Adams, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Adams, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Adams, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Adams, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Adams, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Adams, MA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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