December weather forecast
Osterville, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Osterville, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

December indicates a minor shift in the average high-temperature, from November's cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Osterville's nighttime temperatures in December reveal a minimal variation from the daytime highs, averaging at an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

In Osterville, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Osterville, in December, during 14.2 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Osterville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.2 days and collects up to 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Osterville, Massachusetts. Throughout December, in the average 4.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Osterville, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.1 days and aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).
Note: At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.6h of 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Osterville during December?

In December, in Osterville, the average high-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Osterville?

The average relative humidity in December in Osterville is 75%.

How much does it rain in Osterville in December?

In Osterville, in December, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Osterville?

December is the first month it typically snows in Osterville, Massachusetts. Throughout December, in the average 4.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Osterville?

In Osterville, Massachusetts, the average seawater temperature in December is 46°F (7.8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Osterville?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Osterville?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Osterville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Osterville?

The month with the least sunshine in Osterville is December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Osterville have in December?

In Osterville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Osterville?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Osterville, MA

Average temperature in December - Osterville, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°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 (30.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Osterville, MA

Average pressure in December - Osterville, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Osterville, MA

Average wind speed in December - Osterville, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Osterville, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Osterville, MA

Average rainfall in December - Osterville, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Osterville, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Osterville, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Osterville, MA

Average snowfall in December - Osterville, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Osterville, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Osterville, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 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
Osterville, MA

Average sea temperature in December - Osterville, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Osterville, 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 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Osterville, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Osterville, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Osterville, MA

Average UV index in December - Osterville, 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
Osterville, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Osterville, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Osterville, MA

Average visibility in December - Osterville, 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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