December weather forecast
Danville, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Danville, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and an average low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). Throughout December nights, Danville registers an average low-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Danville, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Danville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.1 days and collects up to 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Danville. In Danville, in December, during 8.4 snowfall days, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Danville, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.4 days and aggregates up to 31.18" (792mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Danville, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Danville, the average high-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Danville, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Danville have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Danville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Danville have in December?

In Danville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Danville, ME

Average temperature in December - Danville, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Danville, ME

Average pressure in December - Danville, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Danville, ME

Average wind speed in December - Danville, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Danville, ME

Average humidity in December - Danville, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Danville, ME

Average rainfall in December - Danville, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Danville, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Danville, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Danville, ME

Average snowfall in December - Danville, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Danville, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Danville, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Danville, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Danville, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Danville, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Danville, ME

Average UV index in December - Danville, 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
Danville, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Danville, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Danville, ME

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

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

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