December weather forecast
Gouldsboro, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gouldsboro, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). In the month of December, the average temperature dips to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gouldsboro, in December, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.1 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Gouldsboro, records 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gouldsboro?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gouldsboro have in December?

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

What are the months with 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 in Gouldsboro?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gouldsboro, ME

Average temperature in December - Gouldsboro, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Gouldsboro, ME

Average pressure in December - Gouldsboro, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.99"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
Gouldsboro, ME

Average wind speed in December - Gouldsboro, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Gouldsboro, ME

Average humidity in December - Gouldsboro, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

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

Average rainfall in December
Gouldsboro, ME

Average rainfall in December - Gouldsboro, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Gouldsboro, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Gouldsboro, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gouldsboro, ME

Average snowfall in December - Gouldsboro, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gouldsboro, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Gouldsboro, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gouldsboro, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gouldsboro, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Gouldsboro, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Gouldsboro, ME

Average UV index in December - Gouldsboro, 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
Gouldsboro, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Gouldsboro, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

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 35).

Average visibility in December
Gouldsboro, ME

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

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

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