December weather forecast
North Orland, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in North Orland, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C) from November's frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Throughout December, North Orland anticipates an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in North Orland, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in North Orland, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in North Orland. In North Orland, Maine, during December, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in North Orland, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 19.61" (498mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in North Orland, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of December, in North Orland, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in North Orland is 4.4h.

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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in North Orland in December?

In North Orland, 33.3°F (0.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.8°F (-5.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in North Orland?

In December, the average relative humidity in North Orland is 80%.

How much does it rain in North Orland in December?

In North Orland, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in North Orland?

In North Orland, in December, during 8.9 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in North Orland?

In North Orland, Maine, the average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in North Orland?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in North Orland?

In North Orland, Maine, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in North Orland?

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

How high is the UV index in December in North Orland?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in North Orland, Maine, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
North Orland, ME

Average temperature in December - North Orland, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in December
North Orland, ME

Average pressure in December - North Orland, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.99"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
North Orland, ME

Average wind speed in December - North Orland, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
North Orland, ME

Average humidity in December - North Orland, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
North Orland, ME

Average rainfall in December - North Orland, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
North Orland, ME

Average rainfall days in December - North Orland, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Orland, ME

Average snowfall in December - North Orland, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Orland, ME

Average snowfall days in December - North Orland, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 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 Orland, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Orland, 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 2min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Orland, ME

Average sunshine days in December - North Orland, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
North Orland, ME

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

Average cloud cover in December - North Orland, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
North Orland, ME

Average visibility in December - North Orland, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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