December weather forecast
Fryeburg, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fryeburg, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and an average high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a frosty 43°F (6.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) during December.

Humidity

In Fryeburg, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.2 rainfall days, and 25.59" (650mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fryeburg, in December, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 6.42" (163mm) of snow. In Fryeburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.8 days and aggregates up to 38.19" (970mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Fryeburg?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Fryeburg, Maine, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Fryeburg, in December, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Fryeburg, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fryeburg, ME

Average temperature in December - Fryeburg, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Fryeburg, ME

Average pressure in December - Fryeburg, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"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
Fryeburg, ME

Average wind speed in December - Fryeburg, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Fryeburg, ME

Average humidity in December - Fryeburg, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Fryeburg, ME

Average rainfall in December - Fryeburg, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Fryeburg, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Fryeburg, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fryeburg, ME

Average snowfall in December - Fryeburg, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fryeburg, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Fryeburg, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Fryeburg, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Fryeburg, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Fryeburg, ME

Average UV index in December - Fryeburg, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Fryeburg, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Fryeburg, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Fryeburg, ME

Average visibility in December - Fryeburg, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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