Nantucket weather in December (Massachusetts, United States of America)
What kind of temperatures can you expect in Nantucket during December? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.
Temperatures
The month of December in Nantucket typically brings low temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 8°C, cooling off to about 1°C at night.
Precipitation
Nantucket in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 127 mm for the month. This month sees the most rain, so carrying an umbrella will ensure you stay dry. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 14 days days of rain.Average sunshine
The month brings about 147 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Nantucket. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Nantucket climate page with graphs.
Nantucket, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
1°C
Max Temperature
8°C
Chance of Rain
47%
Precipitation
127 mm
Rainy days
14 days
Sunshine
147 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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.
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