December weather forecast
Athens, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Athens, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and an average low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Athens experiences a steady low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Athens, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.6 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Athens, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Athens, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.8 days and aggregates up to 42.99" (1092mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Athens, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Athens, the average high-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Athens, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Athens, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Athens in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Athens have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Athens, ME

Average temperature in December - Athens, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Athens, ME

Average pressure in December - Athens, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Athens, ME

Average wind speed in December - Athens, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Athens, ME

Average humidity in December - Athens, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Athens, ME

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Athens, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Athens, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Athens, ME

Average snowfall in December - Athens, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Athens, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Athens, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Athens, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Athens, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Athens, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Athens, ME

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Athens, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Athens, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Athens, ME

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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