Cape Cod National Seashore in December
In December, Cape Cod National Seashore averages a high of 44°F and a low of 31°F, with 5.0 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 133,000 people visit, the 10th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 9 hours 08 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 44° / 31°F
- Precipitation
- 5.0in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 9h 8m
- Visitors
- 133,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
Best months for weather and crowds instead: May (moderate), June (busy) and September (busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Chatham Muni AP, MA, 25.5 miles from the park's center, 68 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in December
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston National Historical Park | 42° / 29° | Quiet | Cool |
| Acadia National Park | 38° / 22° | Few or no visits | Cold |
| Gateway National Recreation Area | 45° / 32° | Moderate | Cool |
| Stonewall National Monument | 44° / 34° | Few or no visits | Cool |
| Castle Clinton National Monument | 44° / 34° | Busy | Cool |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Cape Cod National Seashore on nps.gov
All twelve months at Cape Cod National Seashore · National parks to visit in December