December weather forecast
Packards, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Packards, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C). During December, the temperature is averaged to a low of 17.2°F (-8.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In Packards, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Packards, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Packards, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 23.23" (590mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Packards. In Packards, during December, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Packards, there are 87.5 snowfall days, and 38.82" (986mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of December, in Packards, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Packards, Maine, is 3.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Packards in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Packards, is 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Packards?

In December, the average relative humidity in Packards is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Packards?

In Packards, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Packards?

In Packards, Maine, during December, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Packards?

The month with the shortest days in Packards is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Packards have in December?

In December, the average day length in Packards is 8h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Packards?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:02 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Packards?

In Packards, Maine, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Packards?

The months with the lowest UV index in Packards, Maine, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Packards?

In Packards, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Packards, ME

Average temperature in December - Packards, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Packards, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Packards, ME

Average wind speed in December - Packards, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Packards, ME

Average humidity in December - Packards, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Packards, ME

Average rainfall in December - Packards, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Packards, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Packards, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Packards, ME

Average snowfall in December - Packards, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Packards, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Packards, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Packards, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Packards, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Packards, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Packards, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Packards, ME

Average UV index in December - Packards, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Packards, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Packards, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in December
Packards, ME

Average visibility in December - Packards, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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