December weather forecast
East Parsonsfield, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in East Parsonsfield, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's frosty 45°F (7.2°C) to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) is observed.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In East Parsonsfield, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.1 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 7.01" (178mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 43.9 snowfall days, and 30.79" (782mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In East Parsonsfield, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures in East Parsonsfield vary between a high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and a low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In East Parsonsfield, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In East Parsonsfield, in December, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 7.01" (178mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 0min 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 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
East Parsonsfield, ME

Average temperature in December - East Parsonsfield, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°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 (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in December
East Parsonsfield, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
East Parsonsfield, ME

Average wind speed in December - East Parsonsfield, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
East Parsonsfield, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
East Parsonsfield, ME

Average rainfall in December - East Parsonsfield, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
East Parsonsfield, ME

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Parsonsfield, ME

Average snowfall in December - East Parsonsfield, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Parsonsfield, ME

Average snowfall days in December - East Parsonsfield, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 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 Parsonsfield, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Parsonsfield, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Parsonsfield, ME

Average sunshine days in December - East Parsonsfield, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
East Parsonsfield, ME

Average UV index in December - East Parsonsfield, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
East Parsonsfield, ME

Average cloud cover in December - East Parsonsfield, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
East Parsonsfield, ME

Average visibility in December - East Parsonsfield, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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