December weather forecast
Boothbay Harbor, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Boothbay Harbor, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). In December, Boothbay Harbor encounters an average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) during the night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Boothbay Harbor is 78%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Boothbay Harbor, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40 snowfall days, and 20.08" (510mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Boothbay Harbor, the average seawater temperature in December is 45.3°F (7.4°C).
Note: To swim in 45.3°F (7.4°C) at less than 50°F (10°C), ensure you're well-protected. Without it, be prepared for a sudden jolt of cold and breathing issues. Remember, even 55.4°F (13°C) is not welcoming.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Boothbay Harbor experiences an average high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Boothbay Harbor, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Boothbay Harbor, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In Boothbay Harbor, the average seawater temperature in December is 45.3°F (7.4°C). Swimming in 45.3°F (7.4°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Boothbay Harbor, Maine, the average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine in Boothbay Harbor are February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Boothbay Harbor have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

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 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average pressure in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average wind speed in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average rainfall in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average snowfall in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average sea temperature in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average sea temperature in December: 45.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.9°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Boothbay Harbor, 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 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average UV index in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

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

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

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