December weather forecast
Cambridge, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cambridge, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and min 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). An average temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Cambridge, Maine, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.7 rainfall days, and 15.79" (401mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.1 snowfall days, and 17.32" (440mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Cambridge experiences an average high-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and a low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in Cambridge in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Cambridge, during December, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cambridge?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Cambridge, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°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 (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°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 (11.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Cambridge, ME

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Cambridge, ME

Average wind speed in December - Cambridge, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Cambridge, ME

Average humidity in December - Cambridge, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Cambridge, ME

Average rainfall in December - Cambridge, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, June and October (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Cambridge, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Cambridge, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cambridge, ME

Average snowfall in December - Cambridge, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cambridge, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Cambridge, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cambridge, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cambridge, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Cambridge, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Cambridge, ME

Average UV index in December - Cambridge, 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
Cambridge, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Cambridge, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Cambridge, ME

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

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

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