December weather forecast
Lincoln, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Lincoln, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and an average high of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lincoln, Massachusetts, in December, during 5.1 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and a low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

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 December?

In December, in Lincoln, 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 December, it is snowing for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lincoln have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 many hours of sunshine does Lincoln have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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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).

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).

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).

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%).

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").

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).

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").

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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