December weather forecast
Howes Corner, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Howes Corner, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C). Howes Corner's average low-temperature is measured at a freezing cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Howes Corner is 79%.

Rainfall

In Howes Corner, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In Howes Corner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.4 days and collects up to 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Howes Corner are January through May, October through December. In Howes Corner, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow. In Howes Corner, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.3 days and aggregates up to 19.37" (492mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Howes Corner, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Howes Corner, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Howes Corner. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Howes Corner?

December temperatures in Howes Corner vary between a high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Howes Corner?

In Howes Corner, Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Howes Corner?

In Howes Corner, in December, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Howes Corner in December?

In December, in Howes Corner, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Howes Corner?

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

How many hours of daylight does Howes Corner have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Howes Corner?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Howes Corner, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Howes Corner have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Howes Corner, Maine, is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Howes Corner?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Howes Corner?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Howes Corner, Maine, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Howes Corner, ME

Average temperature in December - Howes Corner, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Howes Corner, ME

Average pressure in December - Howes Corner, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Howes Corner, ME

Average wind speed in December - Howes Corner, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Howes Corner, ME

Average humidity in December - Howes Corner, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Howes Corner, ME

Average rainfall in December - Howes Corner, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Howes Corner, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Howes Corner, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Howes Corner, ME

Average snowfall in December - Howes Corner, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Howes Corner, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Howes Corner, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Howes Corner, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Howes Corner, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Howes Corner, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Howes Corner, ME

Average UV index in December - Howes 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
Howes Corner, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Howes Corner, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Howes Corner, ME

Average visibility in December - Howes Corner, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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