Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
New Bedford observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). New Bedford witnesses an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) throughout the month of December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in New Bedford is 76%.Rainfall
In New Bedford, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. In New Bedford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.2 days and collects up to 17.2" (437mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in New Bedford. In New Bedford, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In New Bedford, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.4 days and aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In New Bedford, the average seawater temperature in December is 46.9°F (8.3°C).Note: If planning to swim in 46.9°F (8.3°C) under 50°F (10°C), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 55.4°F (13°C) is not much warmer.
Daylight
With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in New Bedford.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, in New Bedford, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in New Bedford is 4.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in New Bedford are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is December in New Bedford?
What is the average humidity in December in New Bedford?
How much does it rain in New Bedford in December?
How many days does it snow in December in New Bedford?
How cold is the water in December in New Bedford?
What is the month with the shortest days in New Bedford?
What is the average length of the day in December in New Bedford?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in New Bedford?
How many hours of sunshine does New Bedford have in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in New Bedford?
How high is the UV index in December in New Bedford?
Average temperature in December
New Bedford, MA
- Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in December
New Bedford, MA
- Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
New Bedford, MA
- Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).
Average humidity in December
New Bedford, MA
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).
Average rainfall in December
New Bedford, MA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").
Average rainfall days in December
New Bedford, MA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
New Bedford, MA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.79"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
New Bedford, MA
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
New Bedford, MA
- Average sea temperature in December: 46.9°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Bedford, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
New Bedford, MA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).
Average UV index in December
New Bedford, MA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
New Bedford, MA
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
New Bedford, 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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