December weather forecast
Estabrook Settlement, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Estabrook Settlement, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from an icy 39.2°F (4°C) to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Estabrook Settlement's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Estabrook Settlement, in December, during 14.9 snowfall days, 11.3" (287mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 88.2 snowfall days, and 62.83" (1596mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:48 pm. On the last day of December, in Estabrook Settlement, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 3:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Estabrook Settlement are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Estabrook Settlement?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 16.2°F (-8.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Estabrook Settlement, Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Estabrook Settlement, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.9 days. Throughout December, 11.3" (287mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 42min 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 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 3:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Estabrook Settlement have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Estabrook Settlement, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Estabrook Settlement, ME

Average temperature in December - Estabrook Settlement, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Estabrook Settlement, ME

Average pressure in December - Estabrook Settlement, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Estabrook Settlement, ME

Average wind speed in December - Estabrook Settlement, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Estabrook Settlement, ME

Average humidity in December - Estabrook Settlement, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Estabrook Settlement, ME

Average rainfall in December - Estabrook Settlement, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Estabrook Settlement, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Estabrook Settlement, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Estabrook Settlement, ME

Average snowfall in December - Estabrook Settlement, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.3"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (13.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Estabrook Settlement, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Estabrook Settlement, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Estabrook Settlement, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Estabrook Settlement, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Estabrook Settlement, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Estabrook Settlement, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Estabrook Settlement, ME

Average UV index in December - Estabrook Settlement, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Estabrook Settlement, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Estabrook Settlement, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Estabrook Settlement, ME

Average visibility in December - Estabrook Settlement, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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