December weather forecastCotuit, MA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Cotuit, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.3°F (6.3°C) and min 35.6°F (2°C).Temperature
As December commences, the average high-temperature subtly reduces, transitioning from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Cotuit's evenings during December maintain an average temperature of 35.6°F (2°C), aligning closely with the daytime temperatures.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 75%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Cotuit, Massachusetts, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Cotuit, during the entire year, snow falls for 21 days and aggregates up to 7.05" (179mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Cotuit, the average seawater temperature in December is 46°F (7.8°C).Note: You can swim in 46°F (7.8°C) below 50°F (10°C) with proper thermal wear; failing that, the cold shock and respiratory challenges are nearly certain. A short span at 55.4°F (13°C) without it is tough.
Daylight
With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.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
In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Cotuit, MA
- Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 35.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Cotuit, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Cotuit, MA
- Average wind speed in December: 14.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Cotuit, MA
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Cotuit, MA
- Average rainfall in December: 3.7"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in December
Cotuit, MA
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Cotuit, MA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Cotuit, MA
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Cotuit, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cotuit, MA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 42min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Cotuit, MA
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).
Average UV index in December
Cotuit, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Cotuit, MA
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Cotuit, 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).
