December weather forecast
Atkinson Mills, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Atkinson Mills, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from an icy 41°F (5°C) to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Atkinson Mills, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

In Atkinson Mills, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Atkinson Mills, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. In Atkinson Mills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.3 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Atkinson Mills, Maine. In Atkinson Mills, during December, snow falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.06" (230mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.5 snowfall days, and 49.96" (1269mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 18.7°F (-7.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Atkinson Mills, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Atkinson Mills, Maine, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Atkinson Mills, during December, snow falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.06" (230mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Atkinson Mills have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Atkinson Mills have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Atkinson Mills, ME

Average temperature in December - Atkinson Mills, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°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 (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Atkinson Mills, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Atkinson Mills, ME

Average wind speed in December - Atkinson Mills, 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 (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Atkinson Mills, ME

Average humidity in December - Atkinson Mills, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Atkinson Mills, ME

Average rainfall in December - Atkinson Mills, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Atkinson Mills, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Atkinson Mills, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Atkinson Mills, ME

Average snowfall in December - Atkinson Mills, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Atkinson Mills, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Atkinson Mills, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Atkinson Mills, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Atkinson Mills, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Atkinson Mills, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Atkinson Mills, ME

Average UV index in December - Atkinson Mills, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Atkinson Mills, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Atkinson Mills, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Atkinson Mills, ME

Average visibility in December - Atkinson Mills, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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