December weather forecast
Roslindale, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Roslindale, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). Roslindale records an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Roslindale, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Roslindale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.9 days and collects up to 5.87" (149mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.6 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

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 4:13 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 Roslindale is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

During December, Roslindale experiences an average high-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Roslindale, during December, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 2.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Roslindale, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 Roslindale have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Roslindale?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months 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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Roslindale is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Roslindale, MA

Average temperature in December - Roslindale, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°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 (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Roslindale, MA

Average pressure in December - Roslindale, 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
Roslindale, MA

Average wind speed in December - Roslindale, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Roslindale, MA

Average humidity in December - Roslindale, 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
Roslindale, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Roslindale, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Roslindale, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Roslindale, MA

Average snowfall in December - Roslindale, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Roslindale, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Roslindale, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December - Roslindale, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Roslindale, MA

Average UV index in December - Roslindale, 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
Roslindale, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Roslindale, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

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
Roslindale, MA

Average visibility in December - Roslindale, 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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