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Burlington in December

The toughest month — score 14 of 100

Typical December days in Burlington reach about 35°F with nights near 21°F; about 20 inches of snow falls in a typical month.

What to pack for Burlington in December

• A real winter coat — typical nights drop below freezing, to about 21°F.
• A waterproof shell and shoes you can soak — rain falls on about 15 days in a typical December, so plan an indoor anchor each day.
• Insulated boots and a winter kit — a typical December brings about 20 inches of snow.

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December vs. the alternatives

The whole year in Burlington

Averages are the 1991–2020 climate normals (NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information) for the station named on each page. Rain days = days with at least 0.01 in of precipitation. Daylight is computed for the middle of the month.