December weather forecast
Fairhaven, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fairhaven, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Fairhaven's average high-temperature eases from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). Throughout December nights, Fairhaven experiences a consistent temperature average of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Fairhaven is 76%.

Rainfall

In Fairhaven, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fairhaven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.2 days and collects up to 17.2" (437mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fairhaven, Massachusetts, are January through April, November and December. In Fairhaven, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.4 snowfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Fairhaven, Massachusetts, in December, the average water temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C).
Note: Swimming in 46.9°F (8.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fairhaven, Massachusetts.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Fairhaven is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Fairhaven. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fairhaven in December?

Fairhaven in December has an average high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fairhaven?

In December, the average relative humidity in Fairhaven is 76%.

How much does it rain in Fairhaven in December?

In Fairhaven, Massachusetts, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Fairhaven?

In Fairhaven, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Fairhaven?

In Fairhaven, in December, the average water temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). Swimming in 46.9°F (8.3°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 Fairhaven?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fairhaven have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fairhaven?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairhaven have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Fairhaven is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Fairhaven?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Fairhaven?

In Fairhaven, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fairhaven, MA

Average temperature in December - Fairhaven, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fairhaven, MA

Average pressure in December - Fairhaven, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Fairhaven, MA

Average wind speed in December - Fairhaven, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fairhaven, MA

Average humidity in December - Fairhaven, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fairhaven, MA

Average rainfall in December - Fairhaven, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fairhaven, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Fairhaven, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fairhaven, MA

Average snowfall in December - Fairhaven, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fairhaven, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Fairhaven, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Fairhaven, MA

Average sea temperature in December - Fairhaven, MA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 46.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

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

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

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fairhaven, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Fairhaven, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fairhaven, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
Fairhaven, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Fairhaven, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Fairhaven, MA

Average visibility in December - Fairhaven, 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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