December weather forecast
Boston, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Boston, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and an average high of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C). Boston's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Boston, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Boston, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Boston, is 38.1°F (3.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Boston?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Boston, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Boston, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Boston?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Boston?

In Boston, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Boston have in December?

In Boston, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, 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 in Boston is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Boston, IN

Average temperature in December - Boston, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Boston, IN

Average pressure in December - Boston, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Boston, IN

Average wind speed in December - Boston, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Boston, IN

Average humidity in December - Boston, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Boston, IN

Average rainfall in December - Boston, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Boston, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Boston, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Boston, IN

Average snowfall in December - Boston, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Boston, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Boston, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Boston, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Boston, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Boston, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Boston, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Boston, IN

Average UV index in December - Boston, IN
  • 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Boston, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Boston, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Boston, IN

Average visibility in December - Boston, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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