December weather forecast
Etna, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Etna, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C). An average low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C) is common during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Etna, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Etna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.5 days and collects up to 18.7" (475mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated. In Etna, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.1 days and aggregates up to 21.14" (537mm) 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 6:54 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Etna, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 21.7°F (-5.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Etna, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Etna have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Etna, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Etna, ME

Average temperature in December - Etna, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Etna, ME

Average pressure in December - Etna, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Etna, ME

Average wind speed in December - Etna, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Etna, ME

Average humidity in December - Etna, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Etna, ME

Average rainfall in December - Etna, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Etna, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Etna, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Etna, ME

Average snowfall in December - Etna, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Etna, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Etna, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Etna, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Etna, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Etna, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Etna, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Etna, ME

Average UV index in December - Etna, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Etna, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Etna, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Etna, ME

Average visibility in December - Etna, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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