Quebec City vs Boston

Quebec City and Boston are closely matched in December. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Quebec City is on the cooler side at -3°C, requiring warmer clothing. Boston is cooler at 3°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Boston is the stronger choice in December. Quebec City receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Quebec City reaches an average high of -3°C (27°F) and drops to -11°C (12°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Boston averages 3°C (37°F) for the high and -9°C (16°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 6°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Quebec City receives approximately 101 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Boston sees 30 mm over 3 rain days. That makes Boston the drier option by 10 rain days and 71 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.