December weather forecast
Paris, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Paris, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average low of 19.4°F (-7°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Paris reports a steady low-temperature average of 19.4°F (-7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Paris, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Paris, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 21.46" (545mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 12 days. Throughout December, 6.54" (166mm) of snow is accumulated. In Paris, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.1 days and aggregates up to 47.64" (1210mm) 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 6:58 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and the low-temperature is 19.4°F (-7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Paris, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Paris, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Paris, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.54" (166mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Paris?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Paris have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Paris is 4.6h.

When is 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 in Paris.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Paris, ME

Average temperature in December - Paris, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Paris, ME

Average pressure in December - Paris, 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
Paris, ME

Average wind speed in December - Paris, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Paris, ME

Average humidity in December - Paris, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Paris, ME

Average rainfall in December - Paris, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Paris, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Paris, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Paris, ME

Average snowfall in December - Paris, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.54"

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
Paris, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Paris, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paris, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Paris, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Paris, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Paris, ME

Average UV index in December - Paris, 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
Paris, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Paris, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Paris, ME

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

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

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