December weather forecast
Lenox, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Lenox, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 23°F (-5°C) and max 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Lenox experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) in November to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C). Lenox experiences a nighttime temperature average of 23°F (-5°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Lenox, Massachusetts, in December, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lenox, 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 is December, when snow falls for 5.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
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, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lenox?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and a low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lenox, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lenox?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lenox have in December?

In Lenox, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Lenox, MA

Average temperature in December - Lenox, 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).

Average pressure in December
Lenox, MA

Average pressure in December - Lenox, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Lenox, MA

Average wind speed in December - Lenox, 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).

Average humidity in December
Lenox, MA

Average humidity in December - Lenox, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Lenox, MA

Average rainfall in December - Lenox, 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").

Average rainfall days in December
Lenox, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Lenox, 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).

Average snowfall in December
Lenox, MA

Average snowfall in December - Lenox, 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").

Average snowfall days in December
Lenox, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Lenox, 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).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Lenox, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Lenox, 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).

Average UV index in December
Lenox, MA

Average UV index in December - Lenox, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Lenox, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Lenox, 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).

Average visibility in December
Lenox, MA

Average visibility in December - Lenox, 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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