December weather forecast
Cotuit, MA

Share

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.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Cotuit, is 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cotuit, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Cotuit, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December?

In Cotuit, in December, the average water temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). Swimming in 46°F (7.8°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cotuit have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

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.

How many hours of sunshine does Cotuit have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cotuit?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Cotuit is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Cotuit, MA

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 / Average sunshine in December - Cotuit, 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Cotuit, MA

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 - 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 - 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 - 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).

Cotuit, Massachusetts, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location