December weather forecast
Crystal, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Crystal, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and an average high of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). Crystal cools down to an average low-temperature of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Crystal, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.1 rainfall days, and 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 8.78" (223mm) of snow is accumulated. In Crystal, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.3 days and aggregates up to 45.63" (1159mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 3:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Crystal, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and the low-temperature is 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Crystal, Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Crystal in December?

In Crystal, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Crystal, during December, snow falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 3:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Crystal have in December?

In Crystal, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Crystal?

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Crystal is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Crystal, ME

Average temperature in December - Crystal, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°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 (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Crystal, ME

Average pressure in December - Crystal, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Crystal, ME

Average wind speed in December - Crystal, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Crystal, ME

Average humidity in December - Crystal, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Crystal, ME

Average rainfall in December - Crystal, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and July (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Crystal, ME

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Crystal, ME

Average snowfall in December - Crystal, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.78"

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
Crystal, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Crystal, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Crystal, 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: 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Crystal, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Crystal, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Crystal, ME

Average UV index in December - Crystal, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Crystal, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Crystal, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Crystal, ME

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

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

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