December weather forecast
Bigelow, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Bigelow, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and max 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Bigelow records an average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Bigelow, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.2 rainfall days, and 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Bigelow, in December, during 16.5 snowfall days, 11.54" (293mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.5 snowfall days, and 72.09" (1831mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Bigelow is 4.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Bigelow, is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bigelow?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bigelow, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 16.5 days. Throughout December, 11.54" (293mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Bigelow is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Bigelow, Maine, the average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:09 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bigelow have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Bigelow, ME

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Bigelow, ME

Average wind speed in December - Bigelow, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Bigelow, ME

Average humidity in December - Bigelow, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Bigelow, ME

Average rainfall in December - Bigelow, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Bigelow, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Bigelow, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bigelow, ME

Average snowfall in December - Bigelow, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bigelow, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Bigelow, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bigelow, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bigelow, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Bigelow, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bigelow, ME

Average UV index in December - Bigelow, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Bigelow, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Bigelow, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Bigelow, ME

Average visibility in December - Bigelow, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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