December weather forecast
Stockbridge, MA

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Neat field and stunning golden and brown trees in the fall around the iconic congregational church in West Stockbridge, Massachusetts
Neat field and stunning golden and brown trees in the fall around the iconic congregational church in West Stockbridge, Massachusetts

Weather in December

December brings out the winter charm in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, with the temperature dropping further to 34.2°F (1.2°C). It's time to unpack the winter gear, as the city gets ready to welcome flurries of snow once again. Christmas melodies fill the air as cozy fireplaces become frequent spots of solace against the biting cold. The city basks in the joy of the holiday season, with shorter days and longer nights setting the tone for winter festivities. Toward the end of December, twelve months full of vibrant weather patterns come full circle as Stockbridge gears up to receive another year of diverse climatic experiences.

Temperature

During Stockbridge's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) in November to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C). An average nighttime temperature of 23°F (-5°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in Stockbridge, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 88.8 rainfall days, and 7.32" (186mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.9 days and accumulates 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, 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 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Stockbridge, records 34.2°F (1.2°C), while the low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.9 days and accumulates 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Stockbridge, in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Stockbridge have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / 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 4:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stockbridge?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Stockbridge?

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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Stockbridge, MA

Average temperature in December - Stockbridge, 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
Stockbridge, MA

Average pressure in December - Stockbridge, 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
Stockbridge, MA

Average wind speed in December - Stockbridge, 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
Stockbridge, MA

Average humidity in December - Stockbridge, 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
Stockbridge, MA

Average rainfall in December - Stockbridge, 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
Stockbridge, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Stockbridge, 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
Stockbridge, MA

Average snowfall in December - Stockbridge, 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
Stockbridge, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Stockbridge, 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
Stockbridge, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stockbridge, 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
Stockbridge, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Stockbridge, 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
Stockbridge, MA

Average UV index in December - Stockbridge, 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
Stockbridge, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Stockbridge, 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
Stockbridge, MA

Average visibility in December - Stockbridge, 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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