December weather forecast
Clinton, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Clinton, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and min 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). Throughout December, an average nighttime temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In Clinton, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are April, October and December, with an average 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Clinton, in December, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 6.69" (170mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 37.56" (954mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Clinton, in December, the average high-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Clinton, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

What is the wettest month?

The months with the most rainfall are April, October and December, with an average 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Clinton, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Clinton, in December, during 9.9 snowfall days, 6.69" (170mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Clinton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Clinton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Clinton, ME

Average temperature in December - Clinton, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Clinton, ME

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Clinton, ME

Average wind speed in December - Clinton, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Clinton, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Clinton, ME

Average rainfall in December - Clinton, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, October and December (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Clinton, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Clinton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clinton, ME

Average snowfall in December - Clinton, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clinton, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Clinton, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clinton, 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: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clinton, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Clinton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Clinton, ME

Average UV index in December - Clinton, 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
Clinton, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Clinton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Clinton, ME

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

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

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