December weather forecast
Biddeford Pool, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Biddeford Pool, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). December's nights in Biddeford Pool, Maine, observe an average temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In Biddeford Pool, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Biddeford Pool, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 77.9 rainfall days, and 5.71" (145mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22.2 snowfall days, and 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Biddeford Pool, the average high-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Biddeford Pool is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Biddeford Pool have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Biddeford Pool?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:15 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Biddeford Pool, Maine, is December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month 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 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Biddeford Pool, ME

Average temperature in December - Biddeford Pool, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Biddeford Pool, ME

Average pressure in December - Biddeford Pool, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Biddeford Pool, ME

Average wind speed in December - Biddeford Pool, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Biddeford Pool, ME

Average humidity in December - Biddeford Pool, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Biddeford Pool, ME

Average rainfall in December - Biddeford Pool, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Biddeford Pool, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Biddeford Pool, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Biddeford Pool, ME

Average snowfall in December - Biddeford Pool, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Biddeford Pool, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Biddeford Pool, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Biddeford Pool, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Biddeford Pool, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Biddeford Pool, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Biddeford Pool, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (19.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Biddeford Pool, ME

Average UV index in December - Biddeford Pool, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Biddeford Pool, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Biddeford Pool, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Biddeford Pool, ME

Average visibility in December - Biddeford Pool, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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