December weather forecast
Dedham, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Dedham, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

Dedham's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C). Dedham throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

In Dedham, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Dedham, Maine, is December, when the rain falls for 11 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dedham. In Dedham, Maine, in December, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.75" (146mm) of snow. In Dedham, during the entire year, snow falls for 58 days and aggregates up to 34.09" (866mm) of snow.

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 6:52 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of December, in Dedham, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dedham in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Dedham, records 32.4°F (0.2°C), while the low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dedham?

The average relative humidity in December in Dedham is 81%.

What is the wettest month in Dedham?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Dedham, Maine. Rain falls for 11 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Dedham in December?

In Dedham, Maine, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dedham in December?

In December, in Dedham, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 5.75" (146mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dedham?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Dedham?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dedham?

On the first day of December in Dedham, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dedham have in December?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Dedham?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dedham, ME

Average temperature in December - Dedham, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Dedham, ME

Average pressure in December - Dedham, 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
Dedham, ME

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Dedham, ME

Average humidity in December - Dedham, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Dedham, ME

Average rainfall in December - Dedham, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Dedham, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Dedham, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dedham, ME

Average snowfall in December - Dedham, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dedham, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Dedham, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dedham, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dedham, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Dedham, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Dedham, ME

Average UV index in December - Dedham, 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
Dedham, ME

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Dedham, ME

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

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

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