December weather forecast
East Machias, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in East Machias, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

East Machias's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C). During December, the temperature in East Machias tends to dip to an average of 26.6°F (-3°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In East Machias, in December, during 8.2 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In East Machias, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.2 days and aggregates up to 12.68" (322mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 3:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In East Machias, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in East Machias in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in East Machias, is 36.1°F (2.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in East Machias?

In December, in East Machias, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does East Machias have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 3:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does East Machias have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in East Machias?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
East Machias, ME

Average temperature in December - East Machias, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (67.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°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
East Machias, ME

Average pressure in December - East Machias, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
East Machias, ME

Average wind speed in December - East Machias, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in December
East Machias, ME

Average humidity in December - East Machias, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
East Machias, ME

Average rainfall in December - East Machias, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
East Machias, ME

Average rainfall days in December - East Machias, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Machias, ME

Average snowfall in December - East Machias, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Machias, ME

Average snowfall days in December - East Machias, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Machias, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Machias, ME

Average sunshine days in December - East Machias, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
East Machias, ME

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
East Machias, ME

Average cloud cover in December - East Machias, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
East Machias, ME

Average visibility in December - East Machias, 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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