December weather forecast
Cherryfield, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cherryfield, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). During the nights in December, Cherryfield observes an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cherryfield, Maine, in December, during 7.9 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cherryfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.1 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Cherryfield, records 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Cherryfield. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cherryfield, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Cherryfield, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cherryfield have in December?

In Cherryfield, the average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:01 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Cherryfield, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cherryfield?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Cherryfield is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat 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
Cherryfield, ME

Average temperature in December - Cherryfield, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Cherryfield, ME

Average pressure in December - Cherryfield, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.99"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
Cherryfield, ME

Average wind speed in December - Cherryfield, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Cherryfield, ME

Average humidity in December - Cherryfield, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Cherryfield, ME

Average rainfall in December - Cherryfield, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Cherryfield, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Cherryfield, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cherryfield, ME

Average snowfall in December - Cherryfield, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cherryfield, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Cherryfield, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cherryfield, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cherryfield, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Cherryfield, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Cherryfield, ME

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

Average cloud cover in December
Cherryfield, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Cherryfield, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Cherryfield, ME

Average visibility in December - Cherryfield, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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