December weather forecast
New Gloucester, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in New Gloucester, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, New Gloucester observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). New Gloucester witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In New Gloucester, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New Gloucester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.1 days and collects up to 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In New Gloucester, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.4 snowfall days, and 31.18" (792mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of December, in New Gloucester, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in New Gloucester, records 32.9°F (0.5°C), while the low-temperature is 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In New Gloucester, Maine, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In New Gloucester, in December, during 8.4 snowfall days, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does New Gloucester have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In New Gloucester, Maine, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

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 in New Gloucester is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
New Gloucester, ME

Average temperature in December - New Gloucester, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°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 (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in December
New Gloucester, ME

Average pressure in December - New Gloucester, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New Gloucester, ME

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

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
New Gloucester, ME

Average humidity in December - New Gloucester, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
New Gloucester, ME

Average rainfall in December - New Gloucester, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
New Gloucester, ME

Average rainfall days in December - New Gloucester, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Gloucester, ME

Average snowfall in December - New Gloucester, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Gloucester, ME

Average snowfall days in December - New Gloucester, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Gloucester, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Gloucester, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Gloucester, ME

Average sunshine days in December - New Gloucester, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
New Gloucester, ME

Average UV index in December - New Gloucester, 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
New Gloucester, ME

Average cloud cover in December - New Gloucester, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
New Gloucester, ME

Average visibility in December - New Gloucester, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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