December weather forecast
North Boston, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in North Boston, New York, with an average temperature varying between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a cold 35.1°F (1.7°C). December nights witness a mild cool down to an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In North Boston, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In North Boston, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In North Boston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In North Boston, in December, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 3.54" (90mm) of snow. In North Boston, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.9 days and aggregates up to 19.65" (499mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in North Boston, New York, is 2.7h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In North Boston, 35.1°F (1.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 27°F (-2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In North Boston, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In North Boston, during December, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does North Boston have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - North Boston, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°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 (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
North Boston, NY

Average pressure in December - North Boston, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"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
North Boston, NY

Average wind speed in December - North Boston, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
North Boston, NY

Average humidity in December - North Boston, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (78%).

Average rainfall in December
North Boston, NY

Average rainfall in December - North Boston, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
North Boston, NY

Average rainfall days in December - North Boston, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and October (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Boston, NY

Average snowfall in December - North Boston, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Boston, NY

Average snowfall days in December - North Boston, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Boston, NY

Average sunshine days in December - North Boston, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
North Boston, NY

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
North Boston, NY

Average cloud cover in December - North Boston, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
North Boston, NY

Average visibility in December - North Boston, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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