December weather forecast
Chatham, MA

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The calm blue water and white sand on a typical beach in Cape Cod, with a visible path and a far view of the high Chatham Lighthouse, Massachusetts
The calm blue water and white sand on a typical beach in Cape Cod, with a visible path and a far view of the high Chatham Lighthouse, Massachusetts

Weather in December

Chatham's December concludes the year with the advent of winter. In this last month, temperatures plunge further with the highest average at 44.4°F (6.9°C), spelling out the arrival of the winter snowfall. The first flakes of snow begin to fall in December with an average snowfall of 0.67" (17mm) recorded for the month. The cold and crisp air is filled with festive cheers as the holiday season engulfs the town. As December gives way to January, the winter season continues in full swing, wrapping Chatham in a white winter blanket.

Temperature

December in Chatham, Massachusetts, brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). In Chatham, the nighttime temperature in December descends gently to an average of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Chatham, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.4 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Chatham. In Chatham, in December, during 4.7 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Chatham, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Chatham, in December, the average water temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 46°F (7.8°C) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 50°F (10°C) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Chatham, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Chatham is December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Chatham are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Chatham in December?

In December, in Chatham, the average high-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Chatham?

The average relative humidity in December in Chatham, Massachusetts, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Chatham?

In Chatham, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Chatham in December?

In Chatham, in December, during 4.7 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Chatham?

In Chatham, Massachusetts, in December, the average water temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). Swimming in 46°F (7.8°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chatham?

December has the shortest days of the year in Chatham, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Chatham have in December?

In Chatham, Massachusetts, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Chatham?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:19 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Chatham?

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Chatham.

How many hours of sunshine does Chatham have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Chatham?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Chatham.

What is the UV index reading in December in Chatham?

In Chatham, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Chatham, MA

Average temperature in December - Chatham, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Chatham, MA

Average pressure in December - Chatham, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Chatham, MA

Average wind speed in December - Chatham, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Chatham, MA

Average humidity in December - Chatham, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chatham, MA

Average rainfall in December - Chatham, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Chatham, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Chatham, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Chatham, MA

Average snowfall in December - Chatham, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Chatham, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Chatham, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Chatham, MA

Average sea temperature in December - Chatham, MA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 46°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39.8°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chatham, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chatham, MA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chatham, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Chatham, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chatham, MA

Average UV index in December - Chatham, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Chatham, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Chatham, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Chatham, MA

Average visibility in December - Chatham, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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