December weather forecast
Bolton, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Bolton, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.6°F (-3°C) and max 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) to a wintry 37.4°F (3°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

In Bolton, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bolton, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.5 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Bolton, Massachusetts, is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bolton. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Bolton in December has an average high-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bolton, in December, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bolton have in December?

In Bolton, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bolton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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?

In Bolton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Bolton, MA

Average temperature in December - Bolton, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Bolton, MA

Average pressure in December - Bolton, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"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
Bolton, MA

Average wind speed in December - Bolton, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Bolton, MA

Average humidity in December - Bolton, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Bolton, MA

Average rainfall in December - Bolton, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Bolton, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Bolton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bolton, MA

Average snowfall in December - Bolton, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bolton, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Bolton, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bolton, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bolton, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Bolton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bolton, MA

Average UV index in December - Bolton, 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
Bolton, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Bolton, 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 34).

Average visibility in December
Bolton, MA

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

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

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