December weather forecast
North Jay, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in North Jay, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and an average low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, North Jay sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In the month of December, an average of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) marks the low-temperature in North Jay.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In North Jay, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In North Jay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.5 days and collects up to 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In North Jay, in December, during 10.8 snowfall days, 7.17" (182mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In North Jay, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 42.36" (1076mm) 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 6:58 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in North Jay is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In North Jay, 30.7°F (-0.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 20.1°F (-6.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In North Jay, Maine, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In North Jay, in December, during 10.8 snowfall days, 7.17" (182mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in North Jay?

December has the shortest days of the year in North Jay, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in North Jay?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
North Jay, ME

Average temperature in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
North Jay, ME

Average pressure in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"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
North Jay, ME

Average wind speed in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
North Jay, ME

Average humidity in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
North Jay, ME

Average rainfall in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
North Jay, ME

Average rainfall days in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Jay, ME

Average snowfall in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Jay, ME

Average snowfall days in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
North Jay, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Jay, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Jay, ME

Average sunshine days in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
North Jay, ME

Average UV index in December - North Jay, 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
North Jay, ME

Average cloud cover in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
North Jay, ME

Average visibility in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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