December weather forecast
Burlington, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Burlington, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

As November transitions to December, the average high-temperature falls from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). December nights in Burlington cool down to an average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Burlington are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated. In Burlington, Massachusetts, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 18.86" (479mm) 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 6:55 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Burlington is 4.8h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Burlington during December?

During December, Burlington experiences an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°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 calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Burlington?

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

What is the wettest month in Burlington?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Burlington, Massachusetts. Rain falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Burlington in December?

In Burlington, Massachusetts, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Burlington?

In Burlington, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Burlington?

December has the shortest days of the year in Burlington, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Burlington?

In Burlington, Massachusetts, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Burlington?

On the first day of December in Burlington, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Burlington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Burlington, Massachusetts, is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Burlington?

The months with the lowest UV index in Burlington are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Burlington?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Burlington, MA

Average temperature in December - Burlington, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°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 (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Burlington, MA

Average pressure in December - Burlington, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Burlington, MA

Average wind speed in December - Burlington, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Burlington, MA

Average humidity in December - Burlington, 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 (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Burlington, MA

Average rainfall in December - Burlington, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in December
Burlington, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Burlington, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Burlington, MA

Average snowfall in December - Burlington, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Burlington, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Burlington, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burlington, 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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Burlington, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Burlington, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Burlington, MA

Average UV index in December - Burlington, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Burlington, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Burlington, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Burlington, MA

Average visibility in December - Burlington, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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