December weather forecast
West Hatfield, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in West Hatfield, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 36°F (2.2°C) and min 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a wintry 36°F (2.2°C). West Hatfield, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In West Hatfield, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In West Hatfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.1 days and collects up to 14.84" (377mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In West Hatfield, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In West Hatfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.6 days and aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) 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 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 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in West Hatfield, is 36°F (2.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In West Hatfield, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in West Hatfield in December?

In West Hatfield, Massachusetts, in December, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does West Hatfield have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 8min.

What time 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 4:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Hatfield have in December?

In West Hatfield, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Hatfield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Hatfield, MA

Average temperature in December - West Hatfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
West Hatfield, MA

Average pressure in December - West Hatfield, 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
West Hatfield, MA

Average wind speed in December - West Hatfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
West Hatfield, MA

Average humidity in December - West Hatfield, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
West Hatfield, MA

Average rainfall in December - West Hatfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
West Hatfield, MA

Average rainfall days in December - West Hatfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Hatfield, MA

Average snowfall in December - West Hatfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Hatfield, MA

Average snowfall days in December - West Hatfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Hatfield, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Hatfield, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Hatfield, MA

Average sunshine days in December - West Hatfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

Average UV index in December
West Hatfield, MA

Average UV index in December - West Hatfield, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
West Hatfield, MA

Average cloud cover in December - West Hatfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

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
West Hatfield, MA

Average visibility in December - West Hatfield, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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