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Northampton weather in December (Massachusetts, United States of America)

How does the December weather in Northampton compare to other months? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Northampton includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 5°C, cooling off to about -5°C at night. This month is marked by cold temperatures, so wearing layers is key to staying warm. Don't be caught off-guard by the cold.

Precipitation

Northampton in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 115 mm for the month. You can typically expect 13 days days of snow/rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 139 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Northampton. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Northampton climate page with graphs.

 

Northampton, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 115 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
SunshineSunshine 139 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 49% *  
* Data from: Springfield, the United States of America (24 KM, 15 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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