December weather forecast
East Winthrop, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in East Winthrop, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and max 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C). December witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a subzero cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

In East Winthrop, Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In East Winthrop, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.3 rainfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In East Winthrop, Maine, during December, snow falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.3 snowfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:55 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In East Winthrop, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 32.5°F (0.3°C) and the low-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°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 Winthrop, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In East Winthrop, during December, snow falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

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?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.

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

In East Winthrop, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in East Winthrop is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average temperature in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average pressure in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average wind speed in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
East Winthrop, ME

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

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

Average rainfall in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average rainfall in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average rainfall days in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average snowfall in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average snowfall days in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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 Winthrop, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Winthrop, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average sunshine days in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average UV index in December - East Winthrop, 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
East Winthrop, ME

Average cloud cover in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average visibility in December - East Winthrop, 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).

East Winthrop, Maine, USA

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