December weather forecast
Allston, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Allston, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and max 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Allston, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Allston, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Allston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.8 days and collects up to 5.51" (140mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 2.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Allston, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Allston are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In Allston, in December, the average high-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Allston, in December, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Allston, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Allston?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Allston have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Allston have in December?

In Allston, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Allston, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Allston, MA

Average pressure in December - Allston, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Allston, MA

Average wind speed in December - Allston, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Allston, MA

Average humidity in December - Allston, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Allston, MA

Average rainfall in December - Allston, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.63").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Allston, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Allston, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Allston, MA

Average snowfall in December - Allston, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Allston, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Allston, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Allston, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Allston, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Allston, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Allston, MA

Average UV index in December - Allston, 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
Allston, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Allston, MA

Average visibility in December - Allston, MA
  • 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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