December weather forecast
Bradford, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bradford, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and an average low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Bradford, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bradford, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.2 days and collects up to 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bradford, Maine, in December, snow falls for 12.1 days, with typically accumulated 7.48" (190mm) of snow. In Bradford, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.9 days and aggregates up to 37.6" (955mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min 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 3:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bradford, is 29.5°F (-1.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bradford, Maine, in December, during 12.1 snowfall days, 7.48" (190mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bradford?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Bradford, ME

Average temperature in December - Bradford, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Bradford, ME

Average pressure in December - Bradford, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Bradford, ME

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bradford, ME

Average humidity in December - Bradford, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Bradford, ME

Average rainfall in December - Bradford, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Bradford, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Bradford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bradford, ME

Average snowfall in December - Bradford, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bradford, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Bradford, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bradford, 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
Bradford, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Bradford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Bradford, ME

Average UV index in December - Bradford, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bradford, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Bradford, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Bradford, ME

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

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

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