December weather forecastBrookline, MA
December
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.
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Frequently asked questions
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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 9h and 6min
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 54min
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: 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: 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: 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: 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).
