December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wellfleet, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and max 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C). During December, Wellfleet records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

In Wellfleet, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.4 rainfall days, and 17.99" (457mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wellfleet, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.6 snowfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.2h.

UV index

January, February, 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Wellfleet, is 36.3°F (2.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.6°F (-5.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Wellfleet, Nebraska, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) 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 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Wellfleet, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wellfleet have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Wellfleet, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Wellfleet, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Wellfleet, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Wellfleet, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (72%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (57%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Wellfleet, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Wellfleet, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Wellfleet, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Wellfleet, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wellfleet, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Wellfleet, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Wellfleet, NE
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Wellfleet, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Wellfleet, NE
  • 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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