December weather forecast
Brookline, MA

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A small league field in Brookline, Massachusetts, overlooking bright yellow trees in the fall, behind the cityscape of Boston
A small league field in Brookline, Massachusetts, overlooking bright yellow trees in the fall, behind the cityscape of Boston

Weather in December

December heralds the arrival of winter in Brookline with temperatures often plunging to an average low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). A significant shift from the 37.4°F (3°C) in November, December is undoubtedly the coldest month. The scant daylight hours and consistent snowfall paint a tranquil winter picture. Despite the chill, Brookline basks in the festive holiday spirit, with lights and decorations brightening the short days. The sharp winds and the snowy landscapes, characteristic of Brookline in December, make for a classic New England winter end to the year.

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Brookline is 76%.

Rainfall

In Brookline, in December, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Brookline, 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. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 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 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 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Brookline 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

Brookline in December has an average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Brookline?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Brookline, in December, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

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 Brookline, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Brookline have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

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 4:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Brookline have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Brookline, 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
Brookline, MA

Average pressure in December - Brookline, 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
Brookline, MA

Average wind speed in December - Brookline, 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
Brookline, MA

Average humidity in December - Brookline, 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
Brookline, MA

Average rainfall in December - Brookline, 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
Brookline, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Brookline, 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
Brookline, MA

Average snowfall in December - Brookline, 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
Brookline, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Brookline, 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
Brookline, MA

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

Average sunshine days in December - Brookline, 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
Brookline, MA

Average UV index in December - Brookline, 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
Brookline, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Brookline, 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
Brookline, MA

Average visibility in December - Brookline, 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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