December weather forecast
Drake Corner, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Drake Corner, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Drake Corner observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C). In Drake Corner, the December nights are characterized by an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), a minor dip from daytime readings.

Humidity

In Drake Corner, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Drake Corner, Maine, in December, during 7.1 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Drake Corner, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.7 days and aggregates up to 17.91" (455mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Drake Corner, 35.8°F (2.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Drake Corner?

The average relative humidity in December in Drake Corner, Maine, is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Drake Corner, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 3.86" (98mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Drake Corner, during December, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Drake Corner?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:07 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Drake Corner have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Drake Corner?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Drake Corner, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (70.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Drake Corner, ME

Average pressure in December - Drake Corner, 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
Drake Corner, ME

Average wind speed in December - Drake Corner, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Drake Corner, ME

Average humidity in December - Drake Corner, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Drake Corner, ME

Average rainfall in December - Drake Corner, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Drake Corner, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Drake Corner, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Drake Corner, ME

Average snowfall in December - Drake Corner, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Drake Corner, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Drake Corner, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Drake Corner, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Drake Corner, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Drake Corner, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Drake Corner, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Drake Corner, ME

Average UV index in December - Drake Corner, 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
Drake Corner, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Drake Corner, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Drake Corner, ME

Average visibility in December - Drake Corner, 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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