December weather forecast
Patten Junction, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Patten Junction, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and max 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In December, Patten Junction reports a consistent average low-temperature of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Patten Junction, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Patten Junction, Maine, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Patten Junction, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.1 days and collects up to 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 8.78" (223mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 78.3 snowfall days, and 45.63" (1159mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 3:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Patten Junction, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 18.1°F (-7.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Patten Junction is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Patten Junction, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Patten Junction, in December, during 14.5 snowfall days, 8.78" (223mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 3:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Patten Junction?

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Patten Junction, Maine, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Patten Junction, ME

Average temperature in December - Patten Junction, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Patten Junction, ME

Average pressure in December - Patten Junction, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"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
Patten Junction, ME

Average wind speed in December - Patten Junction, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Patten Junction, ME

Average humidity in December - Patten Junction, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Patten Junction, ME

Average rainfall in December - Patten Junction, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and July (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Patten Junction, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Patten Junction, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Patten Junction, ME

Average snowfall in December - Patten Junction, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Patten Junction, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Patten Junction, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Patten Junction, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Patten Junction, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Patten Junction, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Patten Junction, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Patten Junction, ME

Average UV index in December - Patten Junction, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Patten Junction, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Patten Junction, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Patten Junction, ME

Average visibility in December - Patten Junction, 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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