December Rainfall and Precipitation in Massachusetts

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Massachusetts, the United States of America in December.

Massachusetts, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences precipitation in December ranging from high in Amherst (110 mm (4.3 in)) to high in Sandwich (142 mm (5.6 in)). In December, it is winter. If you're planning to visit during December, be prepared for the highest rainfall of the year in Massachusetts, the United States of America.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Massachusetts precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much snow/rainfall does Massachusetts, the United States of America receive in December?

In December, Boston typically receives significant snow/rainfall, averaging around 132 mm (5.2 in). Expect a mix of wet and dry days with occasional showers.

How many days does it rain in Massachusetts, the United States of America in December?

On average, Boston has about 12 days days of rain in December.

Is December part of the rainy season in Massachusetts, the United States of America?

Not really. December is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Massachusetts, the United States of America.

What is the wettest city in December in Massachusetts, the United States of America?

Based on our records, Sandwich receives the most snow/rainfall in Massachusetts, the United States of America in December, averaging about 142 mm (5.6 in).

What is the driest city in December in Massachusetts, the United States of America?

In our records, Amherst stands out as the driest city in Massachusetts, the United States of America for December, averaging just 110 mm (4.3 in).

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