December weather forecastEast Dennis, MA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in East Dennis, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.9°F (2.7°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).Temperature
In the transition to December, East Dennis observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). East Dennis, in December, registers an average low temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C), showing a minute reduction from daily highs.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 75%.Rainfall
In December, in East Dennis, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In East Dennis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129 days and collects up to 14.21" (361mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 4.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In East Dennis, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In East Dennis, the average seawater temperature in December 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
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.
Sunshine
February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
East Dennis, MA
- Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).
Average pressure in December
East Dennis, MA
- Average pressure in December: 30.03"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).
Average wind speed in December
East Dennis, MA
- Average wind speed in December: 16.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.9mph).
Average humidity in December
East Dennis, MA
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).
Average rainfall in December
East Dennis, MA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.94").
Average rainfall days in December
East Dennis, MA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
East Dennis, MA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
East Dennis, MA
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
East Dennis, MA
- Average sea temperature in December: 46.1°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Dennis, MA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
East Dennis, MA
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.3 days).
Average UV index in December
East Dennis, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
East Dennis, MA
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
East Dennis, 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).
