December weather forecast
Shelburne Falls, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shelburne Falls, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

Shelburne Falls experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) in November to a wintry 33.8°F (1°C). December brings Shelburne Falls a consistent average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In Shelburne Falls, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.5 rainfall days, and 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.91" (150mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.9 snowfall days, and 28.35" (720mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Shelburne Falls is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Shelburne Falls, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Shelburne Falls. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Shelburne Falls, the average high-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Shelburne Falls, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Shelburne Falls, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 5.91" (150mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 in Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts.

How many hours of daylight does Shelburne Falls have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Shelburne Falls, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shelburne Falls have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

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 temperature in December
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average temperature in December - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average pressure in December - Shelburne Falls, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average wind speed in December - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average humidity in December - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average rainfall in December - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average snowfall in December - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shelburne Falls, 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: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average UV index in December - Shelburne Falls, 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
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average visibility in December - Shelburne Falls, 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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