December weather forecast
Wilbraham, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wilbraham, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). Throughout the month of December, Wilbraham sees a steady low-temperature average of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wilbraham, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.4 days and aggregates up to 18.43" (468mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Wilbraham, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wilbraham, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Wilbraham, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Wilbraham is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wilbraham, MA

Average temperature in December - Wilbraham, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Wilbraham, MA

Average pressure in December - Wilbraham, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wilbraham, MA

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

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
Wilbraham, MA

Average humidity in December - Wilbraham, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Wilbraham, MA

Average rainfall in December - Wilbraham, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Wilbraham, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Wilbraham, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wilbraham, MA

Average snowfall in December - Wilbraham, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wilbraham, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Wilbraham, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wilbraham, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wilbraham, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wilbraham, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Wilbraham, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Wilbraham, MA

Average UV index in December - Wilbraham, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wilbraham, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Wilbraham, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Wilbraham, MA

Average visibility in December - Wilbraham, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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