December weather forecast
Batesville, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Batesville, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 39.2°F (4°C) in November to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a still subzero cold 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Batesville, during December, snow falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 11.3" (287mm) of snow. In Batesville, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.2 days and aggregates up to 62.83" (1596mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of December, in Batesville, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 3:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Batesville, Maine. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 16.2°F (-8.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Batesville, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Batesville, during December, snow falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 11.3" (287mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Batesville have in December?

The average day length in December in Batesville is 8h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 3:57 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Batesville have in December?

In Batesville, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Batesville, ME

Average temperature in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Batesville, ME

Average pressure in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Batesville, ME

Average wind speed in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Batesville, ME

Average humidity in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Batesville, ME

Average rainfall in December - Batesville, 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 (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Batesville, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Batesville, ME

Average snowfall in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.3"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (13.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Batesville, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Batesville, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Batesville, ME

Average UV index in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Batesville, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Batesville, ME

Average visibility in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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