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Watertown Weather in December

Watertown in December sees low temperatures, with highs around 2°C (36°F) and overnight lows of -6°C (21°F). Snow/rainfall is fairly high at around 113 mm (4.4 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Watertown in December

Expect around 18 days of snow/rain based on historical data, with 113 mm (4.4 in) average. This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Watertown in December

Watertown in December gets highs of 2°C (36°F) during the day and drops to -6°C (21°F) at night. The winter season takes place during December. Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. With overnight lows of -6°C (21°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. With the arrival of this cold month, make sure you're dressed in warm clothing. It's important to be ready for the chill.

Sunshine in Watertown in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 75 hours of sunshine.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Watertown. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Watertown Temperature in December

Min Temperature
-6°C (21°F)
Max Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Chance of Rain
61%
Precipitation
113 mm (4.4 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Sunshine
75 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
27% *
* Data from: Kingston, Canada (53 KM, 33 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Watertown in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Watertown in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Watertown in December

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

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