December weather forecast
West Dennis, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Dennis, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

West Dennis experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). The nighttime temperature in West Dennis demonstrates a marginal decline, averaging at a wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In West Dennis, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West 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 West Dennis, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature in West Dennis is 46°F (7.8°C).
Note: Beware when you're in 46°F (7.8°C) waters; 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling and anything below 50°F (10°C) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

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 4:11 pm. On the last day of December, in West Dennis, Massachusetts, 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 in West Dennis, Massachusetts.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in West Dennis during December?

December temperatures in West Dennis vary between a high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Dennis?

In December, the average relative humidity in West Dennis is 75%.

How much does it rain in West Dennis in December?

In West Dennis, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in West Dennis?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 4.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in December in West Dennis?

In West Dennis, Massachusetts, in December, the average water temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). Swimming in 46°F (7.8°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 West Dennis?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in West Dennis?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in West Dennis?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Dennis, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in West Dennis?

The months with the least sunshine in West Dennis are February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Dennis?

In West Dennis, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Dennis?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in West Dennis?

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
West Dennis, MA

Average temperature in December - West 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).

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Average pressure in December
West Dennis, MA

Average pressure in December - West 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).

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Average wind speed in December
West Dennis, MA

Average wind speed in December - West 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).

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Average humidity in December
West Dennis, MA

Average humidity in December - West 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Dennis, MA

Average rainfall in December - West 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Dennis, MA

Average rainfall days in December - West 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).

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Average snowfall in December
West Dennis, MA

Average snowfall in December - West 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Dennis, MA

Average snowfall days in December - West 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).

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Average sea temperature in December
West Dennis, MA

Average sea temperature in December - West 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Dennis, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Dennis, 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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Dennis, MA

Average sunshine days in December - West 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).

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Average UV index in December
West Dennis, MA

Average UV index in December - West 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
West Dennis, MA

Average cloud cover in December - West 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).

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Average visibility in December
West Dennis, MA

Average visibility in December - West 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).

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