Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). Cushing's nighttime average temperature in December drops marginally from the daytime highs, settling at a freezing cold 28.4°F (-2°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Cushing, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cushing, there are 33.1 snowfall days, and 12.36" (314mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Cushing, Maine, in December, the average water temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).Note: Navigating the 45.1°F (7.3°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is no joy, and temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.
Daylight
With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cushing.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:00 pm. On the last day of December, in Cushing, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:09 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.UV index
January through March, November and 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in December
Cushing, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 37°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Cushing, ME
- Average pressure in December: 30"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
Cushing, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 14.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Cushing, ME
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Cushing, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in December
Cushing, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Cushing, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 1.81"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Cushing, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Cushing, ME
- Average sea temperature in December: 45°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cushing, ME
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Cushing, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Cushing, 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
Cushing, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Cushing, ME
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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