Woodstock Weather in December (1981–2025)

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December at a Glance in Woodstock

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
1.2°C
Avg Low
❄️
-4.8°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
-1.8°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
51 mm
Avg Humidity
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87%
Avg Wind
🌬️
4.5 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
1.1
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
-10.4°C
temp difference
❄️Freezing afternoons🥶Freezing mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌦️Some rain💨Breezy💦Humid air

Woodstock December Weather Overview

December is one of the cooler months of the year in Woodstock, with average highs near 1.2°C and lows around -4.8°C (mean -1.8°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 51 mm of rainfall and 87% relative humidity across the period.

Woodstock December Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

December is one of the cooler months of the year in Woodstock. Across 45 years of records, the warmest December in Woodstock was 2015 — when the month averaged 3.9°C — while the coldest was 1989 at -8.1°C. Typical December days reach 1.2°C with nights near -4.8°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.6°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp-3.1°C→-0.2°C+2.9°C
Max Temp0.0°C→2.9°C+2.9°C
Min Temp-6.3°C→-3.3°C+3°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.6°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.6°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.7°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

-9.0°C–-5.7°C3 yr (7%)
-5.7°C–-2.5°C14 yr (31%)
-2.5°C–0.8°C23 yr (51%)
0.8°C–4.0°C5 yr (11%)

Woodstock December Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

December is about average for rainfall in Woodstock, averaging 51 mm of rainfall. The wettest December on record was 1983 with 117 mm, while the driest was 2010 at 20 mm.

Woodstock December Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Woodstock during December averages 87%. The most humid December was 1983 at 94%, and the least humid was 2025 at 80%.

Woodstock December Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

December receives about 1.1 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Woodstock. The sunniest Decembers were 1995 and 2000 at 1.4 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2016 at 0.8.

Woodstock December Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Woodstock during December is 4.5 m/s. The windiest December was 2008 at 5.6 m/s, while the calmest was 2023 at 3.5 m/s.

What December Feels Like in Woodstock

🌅
Freezing
Morning
🌞
Freezing
Afternoon
🌆
Freezing
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★☆☆☆

How December Ranks in Woodstock

🥶3rd coolest month of the year
🌵4th driest month of the year
☀️12th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

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Woodstock December Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp-3.4°C-1.5°C-2.3°C-1.1°C-0.2°C+3.2°C
Avg High-0.3°C1.6°C0.6°C1.7°C2.9°C+3.2°C
Avg Low-6.4°C-4.6°C-5.3°C-4.0°C-3.2°C+3.2°C
Avg Rain69 mm50 mm56 mm42 mm32 mm-37 mm

Extreme December Records in Woodstock

🔥Warmest December18.0°C1982
🧊Coldest December-23.2°C1983
🌧️Wettest December117 mm1983
🏜️Driest December20 mm2010
🌬️Windiest December5.6 m/s2008

Key Insights for December

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December temperatures in Woodstock have risen by about 2.9°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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December has ranged from a record low of -23.2°C (1983) to a record high of 18°C (1982).

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Rainfall in December is about average for rainfall, averaging 51 mm, with a wettest year of 117 mm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Woodstock?

A quieter season to visit Woodstock

If your dates are flexible, the more temperate months of August and July tend to be the most comfortable for visiting Woodstock. That said, December — with days averaging 1.2°C and nights around -4.8°C (mean -1.8°C) and moderate rainfall (51 mm) — can still be rewarding for travellers who don't mind the cooler conditions, and often means fewer crowds.

See Woodstock's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Woodstock Weather in December — In Depth

☀️ December climate overview

December is one of the cooler months of the year in Woodstock, with average highs near 1.2°C and lows around -4.8°C (mean -1.8°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 51 mm of rainfall and 87% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in December

December averages 51 mm of rainfall in Woodstock, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest December on record saw 117 mm (1983), and the driest just 20 mm (2010). Humidity sits around 87% and average wind speed is 4.5 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 1.1 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How December has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average December temperatures have risen by about 2.9°C. Daytime highs moved from 0°C to 2.9°C and overnight lows from -6.3°C to -3.3°C over the same span.
December Weather in Woodstock, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
20250.4°C-3.3°C-7.0°C9.9°C-12.4°C35 mm80%5.1 m/s—
20242.2°C-0.6°C-3.4°C10.1°C-12.5°C35 mm83%4.4 m/s1
20235.1°C2.5°C-0.1°C12.8°C-4.1°C38 mm86%3.5 m/s1
20222.3°C-0.7°C-3.8°C9.7°C-14.7°C27 mm82%5 m/s1.1
20214.6°C1.3°C-2.1°C14.2°C-6.8°C27 mm83%4.5 m/s1
20202.6°C-0.2°C-3.1°C9.8°C-6.8°C29 mm82%4.7 m/s1.1
20192.4°C-0.7°C-3.7°C8.7°C-10.4°C42 mm87%4.4 m/s1.1
20182.3°C-0.4°C-3.0°C10.8°C-8.2°C43 mm89%3.6 m/s0.9
2017-1.5°C-4.2°C-6.9°C10.0°C-16.8°C31 mm84%4.5 m/s1.2
20160.4°C-2.3°C-5.1°C9.1°C-17.0°C57 mm86%5.2 m/s0.8
2015 🔥7.4°C3.9°C0.4°C15.4°C-5.0°C50 mm88%4.3 m/s1
20142.1°C-0.6°C-3.2°C8.6°C-10.7°C33 mm86%4 m/s1
2013-1.3°C-4.1°C-6.9°C10.0°C-14.3°C46 mm87%4.4 m/s1
20123.7°C0.8°C-2.2°C12.6°C-6.7°C56 mm89%4 m/s0.9
20113.4°C0.4°C-2.6°C12.1°C-9.5°C43 mm86%3.8 m/s1.3
2010-1.8°C-4.2°C-6.6°C5.6°C-13.3°C20 mm86%4.7 m/s0.9
20090.5°C-2.3°C-5.0°C8.8°C-11.1°C39 mm82%4.5 m/s1.3
20080.3°C-3.1°C-6.6°C11.8°C-15.2°C61 mm84%5.6 m/s1.1
20070.4°C-2.3°C-5.1°C6.1°C-12.3°C60 mm88%4.3 m/s1.1
20064.3°C1.3°C-1.7°C11.4°C-9.6°C50 mm86%4.9 m/s1.1
2005-1.1°C-3.4°C-5.7°C4.0°C-11.5°C22 mm86%4.5 m/s0.9
20040.4°C-3.2°C-6.8°C12.1°C-22.8°C86 mm89%4.8 m/s1.1
20031.7°C-0.9°C-3.6°C5.9°C-10.7°C51 mm87%4.3 m/s1.2
2002-0.1°C-3.0°C-5.9°C5.3°C-16.0°C37 mm88%4.7 m/s1.1
20013.4°C0.6°C-2.2°C15.6°C-9.1°C63 mm90%4.4 m/s1.3
2000-3.9°C-7.1°C-10.2°C2.0°C-17.2°C94 mm92%4.2 m/s1.4
19991.9°C-1.3°C-4.5°C12.2°C-12.3°C76 mm86%4.6 m/s1
19984.5°C0.5°C-3.5°C15.9°C-14.0°C81 mm85%4.5 m/s1.2
19971.6°C-1.2°C-3.9°C5.5°C-11.2°C38 mm86%4.2 m/s1.2
19961.6°C-1.1°C-3.7°C10.1°C-11.1°C54 mm89%4.3 m/s0.9
1995-2.0°C-4.9°C-7.8°C6.8°C-14.9°C25 mm86%4.8 m/s1.4
19943.5°C0.1°C-3.3°C12.3°C-11.9°C30 mm86%3.6 m/s0.9
19930.1°C-2.6°C-5.2°C8.3°C-15.6°C24 mm85%4.4 m/s0.9
19921.0°C-1.6°C-4.3°C6.0°C-12.2°C52 mm88%4.5 m/s1
19911.5°C-2.0°C-5.4°C10.2°C-12.8°C36 mm87%4.7 m/s1.2
19901.9°C-1.4°C-4.8°C7.9°C-15.7°C83 mm87%4.9 m/s1.1
1989 ❄️-5.2°C-8.1°C-11.0°C2.7°C-17.0°C38 mm85%4.2 m/s1.2
19880.1°C-2.8°C-5.8°C7.3°C-14.5°C39 mm83%5.2 m/s0.9
19871.8°C-0.9°C-3.7°C8.9°C-12.0°C56 mm87%4.8 m/s1.1
19860.1°C-2.9°C-5.8°C2.3°C-16.4°C64 mm92%4.1 m/s1.2
1985-2.4°C-5.3°C-8.2°C8.7°C-15.5°C45 mm90%5.1 m/s1.2
19842.8°C-0.6°C-4.0°C12.4°C-11.8°C98 mm88%5 m/s0.9
1983 🌧️-4.1°C-7.4°C-10.7°C2.7°C-23.2°C117 mm94%5.1 m/s—
19824.1°C0.7°C-2.7°C18.0°C-16.8°C110 mm88%4.5 m/s—
1981-0.3°C-3.0°C-5.8°C4.9°C-11.6°C52 mm88%4.1 m/s—

Actual recorded December data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Woodstock December Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Woodstock in December?▼

The average high in December is around 1.2°C with lows near -4.8°C (mean -1.8°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Woodstock in December?▼

December averages 51 mm of rainfall in Woodstock, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 117 mm in 1983.

What was the hottest December on record in Woodstock?▼

The hottest December reached 18°C in 1982. The coldest dipped to -23.2°C in 1983.

Has December in Woodstock gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average December temperatures have risen by about 2.9°C. Daytime highs moved from 0°C to 2.9°C and overnight lows from -6.3°C to -3.3°C over the same span.

Is December a good time to visit Woodstock?▼

December is one of the cooler months of the year in Woodstock and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 1.2°C daytime highs and -4.8°C at night.

Is December the coldest month in Woodstock?▼

Not quite — December is the 3rd coolest month in Woodstock, averaging -1.8°C.

What should I pack for Woodstock in December?▼

For December in Woodstock, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 1.2°C and lows of -4.8°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Woodstock humid in December?▼

Relative humidity in December averages 87% — quite humid.

How windy is Woodstock in December?▼

Average wind speed in December is 4.5 m/s. The windiest December on record averaged 5.6 m/s (2008).

Which December had the most rainfall in Woodstock?▼

The wettest December on record was 1983 with 117 mm. On average, December sees 51 mm.

Where does this December weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Woodstock behaves each December, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for December specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.