December weather forecast
Turners Falls, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Turners Falls, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Turners Falls observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In Turners Falls, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are October and December, with an average 3.03" (77mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is accumulated. In Turners Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.1 days and aggregates up to 24.53" (623mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of December, in Turners Falls, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 35.1°F (1.7°C) and the low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July 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 wettest month in Turners Falls?

The wettest months are October and December, with an average 3.03" (77mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in December?

In Turners Falls, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Turners Falls, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

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?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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 in Turners Falls?

In Turners Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Turners Falls, MA

Average temperature in December - Turners Falls, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°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 (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Turners Falls, MA

Average pressure in December - Turners 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
Turners Falls, MA

Average wind speed in December - Turners Falls, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Turners Falls, MA

Average humidity in December - Turners Falls, 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
Turners Falls, MA

Average rainfall in December - Turners Falls, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Turners Falls, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Turners Falls, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Turners Falls, MA

Average snowfall in December - Turners Falls, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Turners Falls, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Turners Falls, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Turners 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: 5h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Turners Falls, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Turners Falls, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Turners Falls, MA

Average UV index in December - Turners 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
Turners Falls, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Turners Falls, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Turners Falls, MA

Average visibility in December - Turners Falls, 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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