December weather forecast
South Wellfleet, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Wellfleet, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.4°F (3°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). December registers an average low temperature of 37.4°F (3°C), subtly lower than the daytime maximum.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in South Wellfleet is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.1 rainfall days, and 17.24" (438mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In South Wellfleet, during December, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In South Wellfleet, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.1 days and aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in South Wellfleet, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in South Wellfleet 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in South Wellfleet?

In South Wellfleet, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Wellfleet?

In South Wellfleet, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in South Wellfleet?

In South Wellfleet, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in South Wellfleet?

In December, in South Wellfleet, Massachusetts, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Wellfleet?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Wellfleet.

How many hours of daylight does South Wellfleet have in December?

In South Wellfleet, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in South Wellfleet?

On the first day of December in South Wellfleet, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in South Wellfleet?

With an average of 4.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in South Wellfleet?

The average sunshine duration in December in South Wellfleet, Massachusetts, is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in South Wellfleet?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in South Wellfleet?

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

Average temperature in December - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (67.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (31.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Wellfleet, MA

Average pressure in December - South Wellfleet, 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
South Wellfleet, MA

Average wind speed in December - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 18mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (11.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Wellfleet, MA

Average humidity in December - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

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

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Average rainfall in December
South Wellfleet, MA

Average rainfall in December - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Wellfleet, MA

Average rainfall days in December - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Wellfleet, MA

Average snowfall in December - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Wellfleet, MA

Average snowfall days in December - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Wellfleet, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Wellfleet, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Wellfleet, MA

Average sunshine days in December - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Wellfleet, MA

Average UV index in December - South Wellfleet, 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
South Wellfleet, MA

Average cloud cover in December - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
South Wellfleet, MA

Average visibility in December - South Wellfleet, 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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