December weather forecast
Mount Vernon, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Mount Vernon, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Throughout December, Mount Vernon registers a consistent average low-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Mount Vernon, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.5 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Mount Vernon, in December, during 10.1 snowfall days, 7.01" (178mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mount Vernon, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.3 days and aggregates up to 40.87" (1038mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mount Vernon, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mount Vernon are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Mount Vernon, the average high-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Mount Vernon, in December, during 10.1 snowfall days, 7.01" (178mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Vernon, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Vernon have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Mount Vernon is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Mount Vernon, ME

Average temperature in December - Mount Vernon, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°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 (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Vernon, ME

Average pressure in December - Mount Vernon, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mount Vernon, ME

Average wind speed in December - Mount Vernon, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Vernon, ME

Average humidity in December - Mount Vernon, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Vernon, ME

Average rainfall in December - Mount Vernon, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Vernon, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Vernon, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Vernon, ME

Average snowfall in December - Mount Vernon, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Vernon, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Vernon, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mount Vernon, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Vernon, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Vernon, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Vernon, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Vernon, ME

Average UV index in December - Mount Vernon, 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
Mount Vernon, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Vernon, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Mount Vernon, ME

Average visibility in December - Mount Vernon, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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