December weather forecast
Chicopee, MA

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Weather in December

December witnesses Chicopee returning to its winter state, with temperatures falling to winter lows. Snowfall resumes, with the city experiencing a snowfall of 0.43" (11mm) across an average of 1.8 days. With an average of 9.2 hours of daylight, December has the shortest daylight duration of the year. The fall in temperatures, along with the reduction in daylight hours, indicate the full onset of winter in Chicopee. Despite the cold and snow, December's festive spirit manages to keep the city’s atmosphere warm and vibrant.

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) to a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chicopee, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Chicopee, there are 55.4 rainfall days, and 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall 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

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of December, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

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

What is the snowiest month?

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

How much does it snow in December?

In Chicopee, during December, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Chicopee, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Chicopee have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 many hours of sunshine does Chicopee have in December?

In Chicopee, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Chicopee, MA

Average temperature in December - Chicopee, 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).

Average pressure in December
Chicopee, MA

Average pressure in December - Chicopee, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Chicopee, MA

Average wind speed in December - Chicopee, 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).

Average humidity in December
Chicopee, MA

Average humidity in December - Chicopee, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Chicopee, MA

Average rainfall in December - Chicopee, 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").

Average rainfall days in December
Chicopee, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Chicopee, 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).

Average snowfall in December
Chicopee, MA

Average snowfall in December - Chicopee, 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").

Average snowfall days in December
Chicopee, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Chicopee, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chicopee, 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Chicopee, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Chicopee, 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).

Average UV index in December
Chicopee, MA

Average UV index in December - Chicopee, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Chicopee, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Chicopee, 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).

Average visibility in December
Chicopee, MA

Average visibility in December - Chicopee, 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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