December weather forecast
Acton, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Acton, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and an average low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Temperature

In Acton, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a freezing cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Acton is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Acton, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138 days and collects up to 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Acton, in December, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 7.2" (183mm) of snow. In Acton, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.9 days and aggregates up to 38.15" (969mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 33.1°F (0.6°C) and the low-temperature is 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Acton, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Acton?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Acton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Acton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Acton, ME

Average temperature in December - Acton, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Acton, ME

Average pressure in December - Acton, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Acton, ME

Average wind speed in December - Acton, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Acton, ME

Average humidity in December - Acton, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Acton, ME

Average rainfall in December - Acton, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Acton, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Acton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Acton, ME

Average snowfall in December - Acton, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Acton, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Acton, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Acton, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Acton, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Acton, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Acton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Acton, ME

Average UV index in December - Acton, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Acton, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Acton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Acton, ME

Average visibility in December - Acton, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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