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East Harwich Weather in December

December in East Harwich typically sees daytime highs of 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows of 0°C (32°F). As the wettest month of the year, expect more rainfall than other months.

Rainfall in East Harwich in December

With this being the rainiest month, having an umbrella is essential to avoid unexpected rain. Records from the past 30 years suggest around 14 days of rain, with 135 mm (5.3 in) average for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in East Harwich in December

Temperatures in East Harwich in December top out at 7°C (45°F) and drop to 0°C (32°F) overnight. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With overnight lows of 0°C (32°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in East Harwich in December

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 147 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit East Harwich. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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East Harwich Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 0°C (32°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 135 mm (5.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
SunshineSunshine 147 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Nantucket, the United States of America (46 KM, 29 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in December

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in East Harwich in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in East Harwich in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in East Harwich in December

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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