December weather forecast
Grand Isle, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Grand Isle, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 12.2°F (-11°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C). Grand Isle's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

In Grand Isle, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Grand Isle, in December, during 7.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Grand Isle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.8 days and collects up to 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Grand Isle, in December, during 17.8 snowfall days, 12.28" (312mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.8 snowfall days, and 71.34" (1812mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 3:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 3:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Grand Isle, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Grand Isle experiences an average high-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Grand Isle, in December, during 7.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Grand Isle in December?

In December, it is snowing for 17.8 days. Throughout December, 12.28" (312mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Grand Isle have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 3:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 3:52 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Grand Isle have in December?

In Grand Isle, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Grand Isle, ME

Average temperature in December - Grand Isle, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Grand Isle, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March, September and November (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Grand Isle, ME

Average wind speed in December - Grand Isle, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Grand Isle, ME

Average humidity in December - Grand Isle, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Grand Isle, ME

Average rainfall in December - Grand Isle, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Grand Isle, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Grand Isle, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grand Isle, ME

Average snowfall in December - Grand Isle, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Grand Isle, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Grand Isle, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Grand Isle, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grand Isle, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Grand Isle, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Grand Isle, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Grand Isle, ME

Average UV index in December - Grand Isle, 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
Grand Isle, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Grand Isle, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Grand Isle, ME

Average visibility in December - Grand Isle, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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