December weather forecast
Arlington, MA

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Weather in December

December in Arlington, Massachusetts features a full swing into winter, presenting cold temperatures and a surge in snowfall. Following November, an evident change towards lower temperatures ensures a chilly end to the year. December experiences an increased snowfall of 4.25" (108mm), marking the onset of winter. Moving into January, the chilly weather persists, exhibiting the continuity of the winter season. Despite the cold, the month still enjoys around 9.1 hours of daylight daily, keeping the festive spirit alive.

Temperature

As November shifts into December in Arlington, Massachusetts, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a wintry 39°F (3.9°C). Arlington records a consistent low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Arlington, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.6 snowfall days, and 17.8" (452mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, 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 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Arlington experiences an average high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Arlington, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Arlington, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Arlington have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / 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 4:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Arlington have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Arlington, MA

Average temperature in December - Arlington, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°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 (21.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Arlington, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Arlington, MA

Average wind speed in December - Arlington, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Arlington, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Arlington, MA

Average rainfall in December - Arlington, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Arlington, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Arlington, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arlington, MA

Average snowfall in December - Arlington, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arlington, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Arlington, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arlington, 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
Arlington, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Arlington, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Arlington, MA

Average UV index in December - Arlington, 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
Arlington, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Arlington, 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
Arlington, MA

Average visibility in December - Arlington, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5mi).

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