December weather forecast
Howard Corner, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Howard Corner, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

Howard Corner experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a cold 41°F (5°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The average temperature in Howard Corner drops to 18.7°F (-7.4°C) during the night in the month of December.

Humidity

In Howard Corner, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Howard Corner, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Howard Corner, there are 154.3 rainfall days, and 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Howard Corner, in December, snow falls for 12.4 days, with typically accumulated 9.06" (230mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.5 snowfall days, and 49.96" (1269mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Howard Corner, Maine, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and a low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Howard Corner, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Howard Corner, Maine, in December, snow falls for 12.4 days, with typically accumulated 9.06" (230mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Howard Corner is 8h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Howard Corner?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Howard Corner, ME

Average temperature in December - Howard Corner, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°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 (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Howard Corner, ME

Average pressure in December - Howard Corner, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Howard Corner, ME

Average wind speed in December - Howard Corner, 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 (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Howard Corner, ME

Average humidity in December - Howard Corner, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Howard Corner, ME

Average rainfall in December - Howard Corner, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Howard Corner, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Howard Corner, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Howard Corner, ME

Average snowfall in December - Howard Corner, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Howard Corner, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Howard Corner, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Howard Corner, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Howard Corner, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Howard Corner, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Howard Corner, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Howard Corner, ME

Average UV index in December - Howard Corner, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Howard Corner, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Howard Corner, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Howard Corner, ME

Average visibility in December - Howard Corner, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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