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Burlington weather in December (Vermont, United States of America)

What's the typical weather in Burlington for December? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

December in Burlington generally includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 2°C. At night, they will likely drop to about -6°C. It's a frigid month, so wearing warm clothing is crucial. Don't underestimate the cold; prepare accordingly.

Precipitation

Burlington in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 16 days will see snow/rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 93 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Burlington. August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Burlington climate page with graphs.

 

Burlington, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 89 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 93 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 33%  

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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