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Worcester weather in December (Massachusetts, United States of America)

What kind of weather does December bring to Worcester? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In December, Worcester usually has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December is part of the winter season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 5°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -4°C. This month is extremely cold, so be sure to dress in layers to keep warm. Proper preparation can help you stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Worcester in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 122 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With about 147 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Worcester. May and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Worcester, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 42%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 122 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 147 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 52% *  
* Data from: Providence, the United States of America (58 KM, 36 Miles).

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
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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