December weather forecast
Russell, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Russell, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

Russell's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). Russell experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Russell, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Russell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.8 days and collects up to 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Russell, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 6.22" (158mm) of snow. In Russell, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.3 days and aggregates up to 34.45" (875mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Russell, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Russell, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Russell, in December, the average high-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Russell, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Russell, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Russell, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Russell have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:29 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Russell have in December?

In Russell, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Russell, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Russell, MA

Average temperature in December - Russell, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Russell, MA

Average pressure in December - Russell, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Russell, MA

Average wind speed in December - Russell, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

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

Average humidity in December
Russell, MA

Average humidity in December - Russell, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Russell, MA

Average rainfall in December - Russell, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Russell, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Russell, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Russell, MA

Average snowfall in December - Russell, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Russell, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Russell, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Russell, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Russell, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Russell, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Russell, MA

Average UV index in December - Russell, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Russell, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Russell, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Russell, MA

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

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

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