December weather forecast
Cary, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cary, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and max 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in Cary's average high-temperature, falling from a cold 39.2°F (4°C) in November to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). During December, Cary consistently records a temperature low averaging 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Cary is 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cary are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 14.9 days. Throughout December, 11.3" (287mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cary, there are 88.2 snowfall days, and 62.83" (1596mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 3:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Cary, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature in Cary during December is 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and the low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Cary, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Cary, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.9 days. Throughout December, 11.3" (287mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cary have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 3:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cary?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month 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 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Cary, ME

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Cary, ME

Average pressure in December - Cary, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.99"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Cary, ME

Average wind speed in December - Cary, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Cary, ME

Average humidity in December - Cary, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Cary, ME

Average rainfall in December - Cary, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Cary, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Cary, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cary, ME

Average snowfall in December - Cary, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.3"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (13.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cary, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Cary, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cary, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cary, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Cary, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Cary, ME

Average UV index in December - Cary, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Cary, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Cary, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Cary, ME

Average visibility in December - Cary, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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