December weather forecast
East Falmouth, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in East Falmouth, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.8°F (2.1°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

In East Falmouth, the beginning of December is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). East Falmouth sustains a near constant temperature throughout December, with nighttime averages of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in East Falmouth is 75%.

Rainfall

In East Falmouth, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In East Falmouth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69.4 days and collects up to 5.31" (135mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 2.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in East Falmouth.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In East Falmouth, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in East Falmouth?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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 East Falmouth?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does East Falmouth have in December?

In East Falmouth, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
East Falmouth, MA

Average temperature in December - East Falmouth, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°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 (29.8°F).

Average pressure in December
East Falmouth, MA

Average pressure in December - East Falmouth, 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
East Falmouth, MA

Average wind speed in December - East Falmouth, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 15mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.2mph).

Average humidity in December
East Falmouth, MA

Average humidity in December - East Falmouth, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
East Falmouth, MA

Average rainfall in December - East Falmouth, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.71").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
East Falmouth, MA

Average rainfall days in December - East Falmouth, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (7.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Falmouth, MA

Average snowfall in December - East Falmouth, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

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

Average snowfall days in December
East Falmouth, MA

Average snowfall days in December - East Falmouth, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Falmouth, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Falmouth, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Falmouth, MA

Average sunshine days in December - East Falmouth, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.8 days).

Average UV index in December
East Falmouth, MA

Average UV index in December - East Falmouth, 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
East Falmouth, MA

Average cloud cover in December - East Falmouth, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
East Falmouth, MA

Average visibility in December - East Falmouth, 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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