December weather forecast
North Plymouth, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in North Plymouth, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). North Plymouth's temperature during December nights registers a minor decrease to an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In North Plymouth, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In North Plymouth, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In North Plymouth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.2 days and collects up to 16.3" (414mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23.3 snowfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In North Plymouth, the average seawater temperature in December is 46.9°F (8.3°C).
Note: Beware of 46.9°F (8.3°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C), they're uninviting, and a dip below 50°F (10°C) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In North Plymouth, 41.9°F (5.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.9°F (0.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in North Plymouth?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In North Plymouth, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In North Plymouth, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In North Plymouth, Massachusetts, in December, the average water 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?

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

How many hours of daylight does North Plymouth have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in North Plymouth?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

What is the month 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 North Plymouth have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
North Plymouth, MA

Average temperature in December - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
North Plymouth, MA

Average pressure in December - North Plymouth, 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
North Plymouth, MA

Average wind speed in December - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
North Plymouth, MA

Average humidity in December - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
North Plymouth, MA

Average rainfall in December - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and October (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
North Plymouth, MA

Average rainfall days in December - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Plymouth, MA

Average snowfall in December - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Plymouth, MA

Average snowfall days in December - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
North Plymouth, MA

Average sea temperature in December - North Plymouth, 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
North Plymouth, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Plymouth, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Plymouth, MA

Average sunshine days in December - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
North Plymouth, MA

Average UV index in December - North Plymouth, 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
North Plymouth, MA

Average cloud cover in December - North Plymouth, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
North Plymouth, MA

Average visibility in December - North Plymouth, 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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