December weather forecast
West Chop, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in West Chop, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). West Chop reports an average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) during the subtly cooler December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West Chop, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Chop, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.3 days and collects up to 6.14" (156mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in West Chop. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 4.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in West Chop, there are 19.3 snowfall days, and 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
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 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Chop 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 health risk 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:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in West Chop during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in West Chop, records 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Chop?

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

How much does it rain in West Chop in December?

In West Chop, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in West Chop?

December is the first month it typically snows in West Chop, Massachusetts. Throughout December, in the average 4.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Chop?

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

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

In West Chop, Massachusetts, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Chop?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

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

The average sunshine duration in December in West Chop, Massachusetts, is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in West Chop?

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

How high is the UV index in December in West Chop?

In West Chop, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Chop, MA

Average temperature in December - West Chop, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.8°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 (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Chop, MA

Average pressure in December - West Chop, 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 Chop, MA

Average wind speed in December - West Chop, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Chop, MA

Average humidity in December - West Chop, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Chop, MA

Average rainfall in December - West Chop, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Chop, MA

Average rainfall days in December - West Chop, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and November (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Chop, MA

Average snowfall in December - West Chop, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Chop, MA

Average snowfall days in December - West Chop, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 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
West Chop, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Chop, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Chop, MA

Average sunshine days in December - West Chop, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (18.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Chop, MA

Average UV index in December - West Chop, 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 Chop, MA

Average cloud cover in December - West Chop, 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 28).

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Average visibility in December
West Chop, MA

Average visibility in December - West Chop, 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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