December weather forecast
Boston, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Boston, New York, with an average temperature varying between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C). Boston consistently logs a low temperature averaging a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during December, a modest drop from daytime temperatures.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Boston, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.9 rainfall days, and 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Boston, in December, during 14.4 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Boston, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.6 days and aggregates up to 19.21" (488mm) 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 7:25 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Boston are 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Boston is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Boston?

In Boston, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Boston, during December, snow falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Boston, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Boston, NY

Average temperature in December - Boston, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Boston, NY

Average pressure in December - Boston, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Boston, NY

Average wind speed in December - Boston, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Boston, NY

Average humidity in December - Boston, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Boston, NY

Average rainfall in December - Boston, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Boston, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Boston, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Boston, NY

Average snowfall in December - Boston, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Boston, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Boston, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Boston, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Boston, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Boston, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Boston, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Boston, NY

Average UV index in December - Boston, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Boston, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Boston, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Boston, NY

Average visibility in December - Boston, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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