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Scarf for Boston in December

Verdict

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Lows around 28°F — a scarf traps warmth at the neck for zero bulk.

Why

Boston in December averages highs of 42°F, lows of 28°F, 12 rainy days.

That climate means a scarf earns its space in the bag. Lows around 28°F — a scarf traps warmth at the neck for zero bulk.

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