December weather forecast
South Deerfield, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in South Deerfield, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and max 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in November to a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C). South Deerfield, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

In South Deerfield, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in South Deerfield is December, when the rain falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in South Deerfield are January through May, October through December. In South Deerfield, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.7 snowfall days, and 23.07" (586mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In South Deerfield, in December, the average high-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the rainiest month in South Deerfield?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in South Deerfield?

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in South Deerfield?

In South Deerfield, in December, during 6.4 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Deerfield have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
South Deerfield, MA

Average temperature in December - South Deerfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
South Deerfield, MA

Average pressure in December - South Deerfield, 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
South Deerfield, MA

Average wind speed in December - South Deerfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
South Deerfield, MA

Average humidity in December - South Deerfield, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
South Deerfield, MA

Average rainfall in December - South Deerfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
South Deerfield, MA

Average rainfall days in December - South Deerfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Deerfield, MA

Average snowfall in December - South Deerfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Deerfield, MA

Average snowfall days in December - South Deerfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Deerfield, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Deerfield, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Deerfield, MA

Average sunshine days in December - South Deerfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
South Deerfield, MA

Average UV index in December - South Deerfield, 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
South Deerfield, MA

Average cloud cover in December - South Deerfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
South Deerfield, MA

Average visibility in December - South Deerfield, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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