December weather forecast
Lincoln, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Lincoln, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.5°F (3.6°C) and min 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Lincoln's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). Lincoln, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Lincoln is December, when the rain falls for 9.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lincoln, Massachusetts, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lincoln.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lincoln?

In December, in Lincoln, the average high-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Lincoln?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Lincoln in December?

In December, in Lincoln, Massachusetts, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, Massachusetts, in December, during 5.1 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lincoln?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lincoln have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lincoln?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lincoln?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Lincoln, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lincoln?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lincoln, MA

Average temperature in December - Lincoln, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lincoln, MA

Average pressure in December - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, MA

Average wind speed in December - Lincoln, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lincoln, MA

Average humidity in December - Lincoln, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lincoln, MA

Average rainfall in December - Lincoln, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lincoln, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Lincoln, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lincoln, MA

Average snowfall in December - Lincoln, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lincoln, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Lincoln, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Lincoln, MA

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

Average sunshine days in December - Lincoln, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lincoln, MA

Average UV index in December - Lincoln, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Lincoln, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Lincoln, 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 33).

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Average visibility in December
Lincoln, MA

Average visibility in December - Lincoln, 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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