December weather forecast
Bridgton, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bridgton, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C) and an average high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

In Bridgton, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Bridgton, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.2 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bridgton, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.7 days and aggregates up to 40.2" (1021mm) of snow.

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 6:58 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Bridgton, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Bridgton in December has an average high-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bridgton, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bridgton, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bridgton have in December?

In Bridgton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with 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.

How high is the UV index 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.
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Average temperature in December
Bridgton, ME

Average temperature in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Bridgton, ME

Average pressure in December - Bridgton, 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
Bridgton, ME

Average wind speed in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Bridgton, ME

Average humidity in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Bridgton, ME

Average rainfall in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Bridgton, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bridgton, ME

Average snowfall in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bridgton, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bridgton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bridgton, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Bridgton, ME

Average UV index in December - Bridgton, 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
Bridgton, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Bridgton, ME

Average visibility in December - Bridgton, 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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