December weather forecast
Monument Beach, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Monument Beach, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). Monument Beach's nights in December maintain a consistent average of 34.2°F (1.2°C), demonstrating a minimal differential from its daytime temperature.

Humidity

In Monument Beach, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Monument Beach, Massachusetts, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.7 snowfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Monument Beach, the average seawater temperature in December is 46.9°F (8.3°C).
Note: Beware when you're in 46.9°F (8.3°C) waters; 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling and anything below 50°F (10°C) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

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 6:50 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Monument Beach?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Monument Beach, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Monument Beach, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). Swimming in 46.9°F (8.3°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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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 7:09 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Monument Beach have in December?

In Monument Beach, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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 in Monument Beach.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Monument Beach is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Monument Beach, MA

Average temperature in December - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Monument Beach, MA

Average pressure in December - Monument Beach, 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
Monument Beach, MA

Average wind speed in December - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 13mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Monument Beach, MA

Average humidity in December - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Monument Beach, MA

Average rainfall in December - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Monument Beach, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Monument Beach, MA

Average snowfall in December - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Monument Beach, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Monument Beach, MA

Average sea temperature in December - Monument Beach, 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
Monument Beach, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Monument Beach, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Monument Beach, MA

Average UV index in December - Monument Beach, 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
Monument Beach, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

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
Monument Beach, MA

Average visibility in December - Monument Beach, 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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