Pittsfield weather in December (Massachusetts, United States of America)
Thinking of visiting Pittsfield in December? Check the weather first! Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
The typical weather for December in Pittsfield includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 3°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -5°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.
Precipitation
Pittsfield in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 114 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 14 days with snow/rain.Average sunshine
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 139 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Pittsfield. May typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Pittsfield climate page with graphs.
Pittsfield, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-5°C
Max Temperature
3°C
Chance of Rain
47%
Precipitation
114 mm
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
68% *
Sunshine
139 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
49% *
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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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
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