December weather forecast
West Wareham, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in West Wareham, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and an average high of 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

December signifies a gentle decline in West Wareham's average high-temperature, easing from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). A consistent average low of 33.6°F (0.9°C) is noted throughout December, only a small step down from its daytime high.

Humidity

In West Wareham, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In West Wareham, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. In West Wareham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.3 days and collects up to 15.63" (397mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Wareham, Massachusetts, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In West Wareham, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.6 days and aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

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 6:51 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in West Wareham, is 42.3°F (5.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 33.6°F (0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In West Wareham, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In West Wareham, the average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Wareham?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In West Wareham, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in West Wareham?

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

How high is the UV index in December in West Wareham?

In West Wareham, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Wareham, MA

Average temperature in December - West Wareham, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.6°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 (27.3°F).

Average pressure in December
West Wareham, MA

Average pressure in December - West Wareham, 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
West Wareham, MA

Average wind speed in December - West Wareham, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
West Wareham, MA

Average humidity in December - West Wareham, 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 and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
West Wareham, MA

Average rainfall in December - West Wareham, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
West Wareham, MA

Average rainfall days in December - West Wareham, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Wareham, MA

Average snowfall in December - West Wareham, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Wareham, MA

Average snowfall days in December - West Wareham, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Wareham, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Wareham, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Wareham, MA

Average sunshine days in December - West Wareham, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
West Wareham, MA

Average UV index in December - West Wareham, 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
West Wareham, MA

Average cloud cover in December - West Wareham, 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
West Wareham, MA

Average visibility in December - West Wareham, 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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