December weather forecast
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dover-Foxcroft, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Dover-Foxcroft sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a wintry 41°F (5°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). An average temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

In Dover-Foxcroft, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Dover-Foxcroft, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dover-Foxcroft, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.3 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dover-Foxcroft, in December, during 12.4 snowfall days, 9.06" (230mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 69.5 snowfall days, and 49.96" (1269mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Dover-Foxcroft, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dover-Foxcroft in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Dover-Foxcroft, is 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Dover-Foxcroft, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dover-Foxcroft, during December, snow falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.06" (230mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dover-Foxcroft have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dover-Foxcroft have in December?

In Dover-Foxcroft, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Dover-Foxcroft is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average temperature in December - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°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 (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°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 (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average pressure in December - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average humidity in December - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average rainfall in December - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average snowfall in December - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dover-Foxcroft, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average UV index in December - Dover-Foxcroft, 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
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average visibility in December - Dover-Foxcroft, 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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