December weather forecast
Macy, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Macy, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 15.1°F (-9.4°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Macy, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.5 rainfall days, and 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 19.5 days. Throughout December, 11.3" (287mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114.7 snowfall days, and 71.06" (1805mm) 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 7:01 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Macy, 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 15.1°F (-9.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Macy?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Macy, in December, during 19.5 snowfall days, 11.3" (287mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Macy?

The month with the shortest days is December, 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 Macy is 8h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Macy have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Macy?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Macy, ME

Average temperature in December - Macy, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in December
Macy, ME

Average pressure in December - Macy, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"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
Macy, ME

Average wind speed in December - Macy, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Macy, ME

Average humidity in December - Macy, 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
Macy, ME

Average rainfall in December - Macy, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Macy, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Macy, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Macy, ME

Average snowfall in December - Macy, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Macy, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Macy, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Macy, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Macy, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Macy, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Macy, ME

Average UV index in December - Macy, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Macy, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Macy, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in December
Macy, ME

Average visibility in December - Macy, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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