December weather forecast
Loon Lake, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Loon Lake, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and max 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) to a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). In Loon Lake, December nights cool down to an average of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139.3 rainfall days, and 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 18.9 days. Throughout December, 11.65" (296mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.9 snowfall days, and 73.23" (1860mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.1h.

UV index

February, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Loon Lake, is 25.5°F (-3.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Loon Lake is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Loon Lake, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Loon Lake, in December, during 18.9 snowfall days, 11.65" (296mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Loon Lake have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Loon Lake, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Loon Lake, ME

Average temperature in December - Loon Lake, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Loon Lake, ME

Average pressure in December - Loon Lake, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Loon Lake, ME

Average wind speed in December - Loon Lake, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Loon Lake, ME

Average humidity in December - Loon Lake, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Loon Lake, ME

Average rainfall in December - Loon Lake, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and July (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Loon Lake, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Loon Lake, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Loon Lake, ME

Average snowfall in December - Loon Lake, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Loon Lake, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Loon Lake, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Loon Lake, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Loon Lake, 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: 3h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Loon Lake, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Loon Lake, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Loon Lake, ME

Average UV index in December - Loon Lake, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Loon Lake, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Loon Lake, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in December
Loon Lake, ME

Average visibility in December - Loon Lake, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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