December weather forecast
Bass Harbor, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bass Harbor, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). In the month of December, Bass Harbor experiences an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bass Harbor, in December, during 7.9 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.1 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Bass Harbor, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Bass Harbor, the average high-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bass Harbor, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Bass Harbor?

In December, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 3.78" (96mm) 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 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Bass Harbor, the average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bass Harbor?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Bass Harbor is 2. A UV Index 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
Bass Harbor, ME

Average temperature in December - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Bass Harbor, ME

Average pressure in December - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.99"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
Bass Harbor, ME

Average wind speed in December - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bass Harbor, ME

Average humidity in December - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Bass Harbor, ME

Average rainfall in December - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Bass Harbor, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bass Harbor, ME

Average snowfall in December - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bass Harbor, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bass Harbor, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bass Harbor, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bass Harbor, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Bass Harbor, ME

Average UV index in December - Bass Harbor, 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
Bass Harbor, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Bass Harbor, ME

Average visibility in December - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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