December weather forecast
Dryden, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Dryden, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and an average high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

In Dryden, the average high-temperature in December drops from a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Dryden experiences a mean temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dryden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.5 days and collects up to 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 7.17" (182mm) of snow is accumulated. In Dryden, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 42.36" (1076mm) 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 December in Dryden, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Dryden, the average high-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dryden, in December, during 10 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dryden in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 7.17" (182mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dryden have in December?

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

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.

How high is the UV index 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Dryden, ME

Average temperature in December - Dryden, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°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 (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Dryden, ME

Average pressure in December - Dryden, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"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
Dryden, ME

Average wind speed in December - Dryden, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Dryden, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Dryden, ME

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Dryden, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Dryden, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dryden, ME

Average snowfall in December - Dryden, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dryden, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Dryden, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dryden, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dryden, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Dryden, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Dryden, ME

Average UV index in December - Dryden, 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
Dryden, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Dryden, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Dryden, ME

Average visibility in December - Dryden, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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