Barnstable weather in December (Massachusetts, United States of America)

What should you pack for a trip to Barnstable in December? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In December, Barnstable tends to experience low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 8°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler -1°C.

Precipitation

Barnstable in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 138 mm for the month. With this being the rainiest month, having an umbrella is essential to avoid unexpected rain. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 147 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Barnstable. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Barnstable climate page with graphs.

 

Barnstable, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 138 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Sunshine 147 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nantucket, the United States of America (49 KM, 30 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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