December weather forecast
Basin Mills, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Basin Mills, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.2°F (0.1°C) and min 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

Basin Mills in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C). Throughout December nights, Basin Mills registers an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Basin Mills, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 6.61" (168mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 61.1 snowfall days, and 36.34" (923mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Basin Mills in December has an average high-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Basin Mills is December, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Basin Mills, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Basin Mills, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.61" (168mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Basin Mills?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Basin Mills, Maine, the average day length in December is 8h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:03 pm EST.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Basin Mills, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average temperature in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average pressure in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average wind speed in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average humidity in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average rainfall in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average snowfall in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Basin Mills, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average UV index in December - Basin 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Basin Mills, ME

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

The month with the highest visibility is October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (5mi).

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