Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
With December's arrival, Hinckley's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). During the nights in December, Hinckley experiences a consistent average temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Hinckley, Maine, is 82%.Rainfall
In Hinckley, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hinckley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.6 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hinckley. In Hinckley, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow. In Hinckley, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.8 days and aggregates up to 42.99" (1092mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Hinckley, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 19.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Hinckley, ME
- Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Hinckley, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Hinckley, ME
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Hinckley, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 3.11"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.38").
Average rainfall days in December
Hinckley, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hinckley, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 7.36"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hinckley, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hinckley, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hinckley, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Hinckley, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Hinckley, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in December
Hinckley, ME
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).
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