December weather forecast
East Andover, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in East Andover, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) from an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C). The low-temperature averages to 19°F (-7.2°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.3 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In East Andover, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 7.44" (189mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In East Andover, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.3 days and aggregates up to 48.15" (1223mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in East Andover is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in East Andover, is 29.1°F (-1.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in East Andover?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In East Andover, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 7.44" (189mm) 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.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:12 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in East Andover, Maine, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
East Andover, ME

Average temperature in December - East Andover, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average pressure in December
East Andover, ME

Average pressure in December - East Andover, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"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
East Andover, ME

Average wind speed in December - East Andover, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
East Andover, ME

Average humidity in December - East Andover, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
East Andover, ME

Average rainfall in December - East Andover, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
East Andover, ME

Average rainfall days in December - East Andover, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Andover, ME

Average snowfall in December - East Andover, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Andover, ME

Average snowfall days in December - East Andover, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Andover, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Andover, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Andover, ME

Average sunshine days in December - East Andover, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
East Andover, ME

Average UV index in December - East Andover, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
East Andover, ME

Average cloud cover in December - East Andover, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
East Andover, ME

Average visibility in December - East Andover, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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