Massachusetts weather in December
Planning a getaway to Massachusetts this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Massachusetts in December?
Massachusetts is a region in the United States of America. December in Massachusetts generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation. In December, it is winter.
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C in Hancock to 8°C in Vineyard Haven. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -0°C in Vineyard Haven and -6°C in Hancock.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Amherst with an average of 110 mm to high snow/rainfall in Sandwich with 142 mm. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Boston receives the most rainfall during this month of the year. Boston enjoys a balanced 141 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
For specific regional insights in Massachusetts for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Massachusetts climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Massachusetts?
Boston
In December Boston generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Rockport
In December Rockport generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Provincetown
In December Provincetown generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Gloucester
In December Gloucester generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Cambridge
In December Cambridge generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Massachusetts, in the United States of America.
Is December the best time to visit Massachusetts?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Boston, December may not be the ideal time to visit Massachusetts.
On average, the best time to visit Massachusetts is in August and September with generally perfect weather in Boston. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.
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