December weather forecast
Lebanon, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lebanon, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 35.6°F (2°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C). Lebanon in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Lebanon, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In Lebanon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.9 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 35.6°F (2°C) and the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lebanon, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Lebanon in December?

In Lebanon, in December, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Lebanon have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:17 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Lebanon have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lebanon, ME

Average temperature in December - Lebanon, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Lebanon, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lebanon, ME

Average wind speed in December - Lebanon, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Lebanon, ME

Average humidity in December - Lebanon, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Lebanon, ME

Average rainfall in December - Lebanon, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Lebanon, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Lebanon, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lebanon, ME

Average snowfall in December - Lebanon, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lebanon, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Lebanon, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lebanon, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lebanon, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lebanon, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Lebanon, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Lebanon, ME

Average UV index in December - Lebanon, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Lebanon, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Lebanon, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Lebanon, ME

Average visibility in December - Lebanon, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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