December weather forecast
Watertown, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Watertown, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 39.2°F (4°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a cold 39.2°F (4°C). An average nighttime temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is noted in Watertown during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Watertown, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 85.9 rainfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.6 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) 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 December in Watertown, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Watertown, the average sunshine in December 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 in Watertown. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Watertown in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Watertown, is 39.2°F (4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.8°F (-1.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Watertown?

The average relative humidity in December in Watertown, Massachusetts, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Watertown?

In Watertown, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Watertown?

The month with the most snowfall in Watertown is December, when snow falls for 2.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Watertown?

In Watertown, Massachusetts, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Watertown?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Watertown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Watertown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Watertown is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Watertown?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Watertown?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Watertown, Massachusetts, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Watertown, MA

Average temperature in December - Watertown, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°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 (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Watertown, MA

Average pressure in December - Watertown, 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
Watertown, MA

Average wind speed in December - Watertown, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Watertown, MA

Average humidity in December - Watertown, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Watertown, MA

Average rainfall in December - Watertown, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Watertown, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Watertown, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Watertown, MA

Average snowfall in December - Watertown, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Watertown, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Watertown, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Watertown, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Watertown, 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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Watertown, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Watertown, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Watertown, MA

Average UV index in December - Watertown, 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
Watertown, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Watertown, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Watertown, MA

Average visibility in December - Watertown, 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).

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