December weather forecast
Dennistown, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dennistown, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Temperature

Dennistown's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a cold 37°F (2.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C). Dennistown encounters an average low-temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Dennistown, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Dennistown, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dennistown are January through May, October through December. In Dennistown, in December, snow falls for 19.5 days, with typically accumulated 12.32" (313mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dennistown, Maine, there are 110.8 snowfall days, and 76.65" (1947mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Dennistown, Maine, is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Dennistown is 3h.

UV index

February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dennistown?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Dennistown, is 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dennistown?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dennistown?

In Dennistown, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dennistown in December?

In December, in Dennistown, it is snowing for 19.5 days. Throughout December, 12.32" (313mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dennistown?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Dennistown have in December?

In Dennistown, the average day length in December is 8h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dennistown?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dennistown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Dennistown, Maine, is 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dennistown?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Dennistown?

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

Average temperature in December - Dennistown, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in December
Dennistown, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dennistown, ME

Average wind speed in December - Dennistown, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Dennistown, ME

Average humidity in December - Dennistown, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Dennistown, ME

Average rainfall in December - Dennistown, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Dennistown, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Dennistown, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dennistown, ME

Average snowfall in December - Dennistown, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dennistown, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Dennistown, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dennistown, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dennistown, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Dennistown, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Dennistown, ME

Average UV index in December - Dennistown, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Dennistown, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Dennistown, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in December
Dennistown, ME

Average visibility in December - Dennistown, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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