December weather forecast
Northeast Harbor, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Northeast Harbor, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). During December, Northeast Harbor experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Northeast Harbor. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Northeast Harbor, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow. In Northeast Harbor, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.1 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Northeast Harbor. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Northeast Harbor, is 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Northeast Harbor, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Northeast Harbor?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Northeast Harbor in December?

In Northeast Harbor, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Northeast Harbor have in December?

The average day length in December in Northeast Harbor is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Northeast Harbor have in December?

In Northeast Harbor, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and 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 Northeast Harbor, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. 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 temperature in December
Northeast Harbor, ME

Average temperature in December - Northeast Harbor, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Northeast Harbor, ME

Average pressure in December - Northeast Harbor, 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
Northeast Harbor, ME

Average wind speed in December - Northeast Harbor, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Northeast Harbor, ME

Average humidity in December - Northeast Harbor, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Northeast Harbor, ME

Average rainfall in December - Northeast Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Northeast Harbor, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Northeast Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Northeast Harbor, ME

Average snowfall in December - Northeast Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Northeast Harbor, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Northeast Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 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
Northeast Harbor, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Northeast Harbor, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Northeast Harbor, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Northeast Harbor, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Northeast Harbor, ME

Average UV index in December - Northeast Harbor, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Northeast Harbor, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Northeast Harbor, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Northeast Harbor, ME

Average visibility in December - Northeast Harbor, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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