December weather forecast
Harrington, ME

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Harrington, 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December 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 many days does it rain in December?

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

How many days does it snow in December?

In Harrington, in December, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Harrington, the average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Harrington?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:01 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Harrington have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What is the month 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 in Harrington.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Harrington, ME

Average temperature in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, ME

Average pressure in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, ME

Average wind speed in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, ME

Average humidity in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, ME

Average rainfall in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, ME

Average snowfall in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, ME

Average UV index in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, ME

Average visibility in December - Harrington, 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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