December weather forecast
North Adams, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in North Adams, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and an average high of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a cold 32.7°F (0.4°C). North Adams in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

In North Adams, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In North Adams, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.1 days and collects up to 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In North Adams, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.93" (176mm) of snow. In North Adams, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.1 days and aggregates up to 39.09" (993mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in North Adams, Massachusetts, is December, 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 4:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in North Adams, is 32.7°F (0.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In North Adams, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In North Adams, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.93" (176mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does North Adams have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

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 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in North Adams?

The months with the lowest UV index in North Adams are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In North Adams, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
North Adams, MA

Average temperature in December - North Adams, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in December
North Adams, MA

Average pressure in December - North Adams, 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
North Adams, MA

Average wind speed in December - North Adams, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
North Adams, MA

Average humidity in December - North 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
North Adams, MA

Average rainfall in December - North Adams, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.6").

Average rainfall days in December
North Adams, MA

Average rainfall days in December - North Adams, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Adams, MA

Average snowfall in December - North Adams, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Adams, MA

Average snowfall days in December - North Adams, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December - North Adams, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
North Adams, MA

Average UV index in December - North Adams, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
North Adams, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
North Adams, MA

Average visibility in December - North 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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