December weather forecastEdgartown, MA
December
Weather in December
December is undeniably winter in Edgartown, with temperatures averaging between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C). The month sees the return of snowfall, recording 0.67" (17mm) over nearly 5 days. Chill winds sweep through the town, reminding everyone that it's indeed the coldest time of the year. Despite the freezing sea temperature, Edgartown lovers find the frigid sparkle of the town in its winter backdrop irresistible. December wraps up the year in a blanket of snow and yuletide cheer in Edgartown.Temperature
As Edgartown enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) of November to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). Edgartown, during December nights, witnesses an average temperature marginally cooler than its daytime highs, at a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 75%.Rainfall
In Edgartown, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 25.47" (647mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 4.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Edgartown, there are 18.3 snowfall days, and 3.94" (100mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Edgartown, in December, the average water temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C).Note: Caution: 47.1°F (8.4°C) temperatures below 50°F (10°C) during swimming can result in intense cold shock and quickened breathing.
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 6:49 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Edgartown, MA
- Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Edgartown, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Edgartown, MA
- Average wind speed in December: 15.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Edgartown, MA
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Edgartown, MA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and November (1.73").
Average rainfall days in December
Edgartown, MA
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Edgartown, MA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Edgartown, MA
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Edgartown, MA
- Average sea temperature in December: 47.2°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (37.9°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Edgartown, MA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Edgartown, MA
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Edgartown, 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
Edgartown, MA
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Edgartown, 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).
