South Amherst, MA
Unincorporated community in Hampshire County, Massachusetts
South Amherst is a small unincorporated community in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. It is 1.6 miles N of Amherst Town, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 01002.
South Amherst at a glance
- State
- Massachusetts
- County
- Hampshire County
- ZIP code
- 01002
- Nearest town
- Amherst Town (1.6 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 42.3403, -72.5056
Weather in South Amherst now
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South Amherst weather by the hour
South Amherst weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of South Amherst.
This week in South Amherst
Sunrise, sunset and moon in South Amherst
What is the weather usually like in South Amherst?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 83°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 14°F average low
- 46.6 inprecipitation per year · 1,183 mm
- 36.5 insnowfall per year · 93 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit South Amherst: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station AMHERST, MA US (USC00190120), adjusted for the elevation of South Amherst.
South Amherst weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in South Amherst through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:14 AM | 4:44 PM | 9 h 29 min |
| February | 6:44 AM | 5:23 PM | 10 h 39 min |
| March | 6:59 AM | 6:57 PM | 11 h 57 min |
| April | 6:07 AM | 7:32 PM | 13 h 25 min |
| May | 5:26 AM | 8:06 PM | 14 h 39 min |
| June | 5:10 AM | 8:30 PM | 15 h 19 min |
| July | 5:25 AM | 8:26 PM | 15 h 1 min |
| August | 5:56 AM | 7:52 PM | 13 h 56 min |
| September | 6:28 AM | 7:01 PM | 12 h 32 min |
| October | 7:01 AM | 6:09 PM | 11 h 8 min |
| November | 6:39 AM | 4:29 PM | 9 h 50 min |
| December | 7:10 AM | 4:19 PM | 9 h 9 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in South Amherst?
South Amherst has a hot-summer humid continental climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 83°F (28°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 14°F (-10°C).
It gets about 46.6 inches (1,183 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is October and the driest is February. Snow is common: about 36 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit South Amherst is June to September. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near South Amherst
The closest live webcam is Hadley › West: RT-9: Rt9-WB - East of Coolidge Br: WEST, 5.6 miles W of South Amherst.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from South Amherst.
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Questions about South Amherst
Where is South Amherst, MA?
South Amherst is an unincorporated community in Hampshire County, Massachusetts, 1.6 miles N of Amherst Town.
What county is South Amherst in?
South Amherst is in Hampshire County, Massachusetts.
What is the ZIP code of South Amherst, MA?
The ZIP code for South Amherst is 01002.
What is the nearest town to South Amherst?
Amherst Town, 1.6 miles away.
Are there webcams near South Amherst?
Yes. The closest is Hadley › West: RT-9: Rt9-WB - East of Coolidge Br: WEST, 5.6 miles away.
What is the hottest month in South Amherst?
July, with an average high of 83°F (28°C).
What is the coldest month in South Amherst?
January, with an average low of 14°F (-10°C).
How much does it rain in South Amherst?
About 46.6 inches (1,183 mm) a year; the wettest month is October.
Does it snow in South Amherst?
Yes, about 36 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit South Amherst?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does South Amherst have?
Hot-summer humid continental (Köppen Dfa).
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