December weather forecast
Long Island, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Long Island, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's frosty 46°F (7.8°C) to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). Long Island documents an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) for the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Long Island, there are 127 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Long Island, in December, during 5.4 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.7 snowfall days, and 11.73" (298mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Long Island?

During December, Long Island experiences an average high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in Long Island, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Long Island, Maine, in December, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Long Island have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Long Island, ME

Average temperature in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Long Island, ME

Average pressure in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Long Island, ME

Average wind speed in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Long Island, ME

Average humidity in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Long Island, ME

Average rainfall in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Long Island, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Long Island, ME

Average snowfall in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Long Island, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Long Island, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Long Island, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Long Island, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Long Island, ME

Average UV index in December - Long Island, 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
Long Island, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Long Island, ME

Average visibility in December - Long Island, 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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