Who’s counting down the days to the first snowy morning?
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We know the question on your mind, Bostonians — when’s it going to get wicked cold? Thanks to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, we know what temperatures and precipitation trends to expect in our city for December, January, and February. While exact weather conditions typically can’t be predicted more than a week in advance, here’s a seasonal outlook to help you prepare for what winter will bring.
Reminder: The official first day of winter is on Wednesday, Dec. 21.
🌡️ Temperature
Think warmer than we’re used to. This winter, Boston has a 40-50% chance of temperatures being higher than normal.
🌨️ Precipitation
Our city is predicted to experience ordinary snow and rainfall amounts for the season.
Here’s December’s deal
The average low temperature in December is 29.7°,but we might see more days closer to the average high-temperature — 39.9° —because of the anticipated temp rise.Did you know? December is one of the top three wettest months in our city + the month with the least amount of sunshine, averaging about 4.7 hours per day.
Jump into January
Boston’s lows in January will dip down to 34.2° on average — and could plummet as low as 22.6°. January tends to be Boston’s coldest month +usually sees the plenty of snowfall with an average of 2.76 inches. Predictions say we’ll see about that much snow. Bonus: here are the NOAA’s winter safety tips. ❄️
Prepare for frigid February
Historically, February gets the most snowfall in our city with an average accumulation of 4.72 inches, so get ready to break out those space savers.The lows stay around 23.5° with an average high temperature of 36.5°, so expect the temperature to be closer to those highs. It usually rains for an average of 8.2 days in February — fingers crossed, we might see a little less this winter.
Boston Girls Who Walk X BOStoday Walk | Thursday, Dec. 1 | 5:45 p.m. | Faneuil Hall, 4 South Market Building, Boston | Free | Join us and Boston Girls Who Walk inside Quincy Market and we will walk through downtown to watch the Boston Common Tree Lighting.
South Boston Christmas Stroll | Thursday, Dec. 1 | 4-7:30 p.m. | South Boston, East and West Broadway, Boston | Free | Get in the spirit with performances from The Original Dickens Carolers, visits from Santa, free pedicab rides + shopping at small businesses.
Live Music @ Notch Brewing | Thursday, Dec. 1 | 7-10 p.m. | The Charles River Speedway, 525 Western Ave., Brighton | Free | Listen to live music from a local banjo duo, an alt-folk group + a Salem songwriter at the Brighton brewery.
Jamaica Plain Community Listening Session | Thursday, Dec. 1 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Jamaica Plain Library, 30 South St., Boston | Free | Join the Mayor’s Office of Women’s Advancement for a discussion on how the city is looking to redefine womanhood in Boston.
Friday, Dec. 2
First Light Holiday Celebration 2022 | Friday, Dec. 2 | 5-8 p.m. | Thursday, Dec.1 | Brookline | Free | Enjoy live entertainment, participate in giveaways, and sample food from local businesses.
Evergreen Winter Wreath Making | Friday, Dec. 2 | 6:30-8 p.m. | CambridgeSide, 100 Cambridgeside Pl., Cambridge | $110-$125 | Create your own festive evergreen wreath with decorative materials.
Snow Bunny Party! | Friday, Dec. 2 | 8 p.m.-12 a.m. | Lamplighter Broadway, 284 Broadway, Cambridge | Free to attend | Don your best cozy cabin looks for this party complete with a photo booth, limited release brews, and a costume contest.
Saturday, Dec. 3
Boston Women’s Holiday Market | Saturday, Dec. 3 | 12 p.m. | Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave., Boston | Free to attend | Shop local women-owned businesses with a beer in hand.
We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
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Royal visitors, presidential trips, and other events happening in Boston this week will bring some parking restrictions and street closures. Attendees are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Learn about all the expected road closures.🚗
Community
You might notice the Pru looking a shade of orange this month — that’s in support of Easterseals for the annual 31 Nights of Light program. The 51st and 52nd floors of the Prudential Tower will shine orange in support of people with disabilities + there will be a special ceremony on Friday, Dec. 30. 🧡
Health
Massachusetts residents who get a COVID-19 vaccine or boosterwill receive a $75 gift card. The gift cards are being offered at eight clinics around Boston until Friday, Dec. 23. Find the closest location here. (Boston.com)
Biz
The Boston Athletic Associationhas announced that Jack Fleming will be the new president and Chief Executive Officer. He has been involved with the organization since 1992 working in a variety of roles, including communications, marketing, and sponsorship departments. (NBC 10)
Edu
A new program called the Transfer Scholars Networkis partnering with community colleges + four-year institutions to make transferring more accessible for lower-income students. The transfer program has worked with 372 students and local colleges like Amherst College, Mount Holyoke College, and MIT. 🎓 (Boston Globe)
Stat
27%. That’s the confirmed percentage of decreased cognitive decline that the new Alzheimer’s disease treatment by Eisai Inc. + Biogen Inc. is capable of. The newly released study in the New England Journal of Medicine shares that some patients taking lecanemab showed a difference after six months. (Boston Business Journal)
Number
13. That’s the number of consecutivehome victories for the Bruins so far this season. The team defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning this week, 3-1. See if the streak continues at their next home game on Saturday, Dec. 3 against the Colorado Avalanche. 🏒 (7 News)
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This view of the historic park will look different soon. | Photo by BOStoday team
There’s a new major player for the Red Sox who will really switch up the game in Boston. Cue the walk-up music for MassMutual — the new signature sponsor for the MLB team.
The Sox and MassMutual are going for extra innings with the announcement of the 10-year partnership.
What does this play include? The insurance company will have its logo placed over the center field scoreboard, special signage behind home plate + additional messaging throughout Fenway Park.
For the first time in the franchise’s history, the Red Sox jerseywill feature a sponsorship patch on the the sleeve.
The partnership will also expand the Fenway Park Learning Lab in April 2023 to reach all sixth-grade students in Boston Public Schools. The program brings students to the historic ballpark for an immersive classroom experience.
Editor’s pick: While we wait for the return of Sh!t-faced Shakespeare in February,here is something naughty to add to your holiday events calendar.
Head over to the Somerville Theatre in Davis Square to check out “The Slutcracker,” a burlesque version of the Nutcracker. The adults-only tradition returns to the local stage tomorrow and tickets start at $35.
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