December weather forecast
Quimby, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Quimby, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 12.2°F (-11°C) and max 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). Quimby's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a frigid cold 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In Quimby, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Quimby, in December, during 18.4 snowfall days, 12.2" (310mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Quimby, during the entire year, snow falls for 106.5 days and aggregates up to 71.89" (1826mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 3:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and the low-temperature is 12.2°F (-11°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Quimby, during December, snow falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.2" (310mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Quimby have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 3:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Quimby have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Quimby, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Quimby, ME

Average temperature in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Quimby, ME

Average pressure in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March, September and November (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Quimby, ME

Average wind speed in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Quimby, ME

Average humidity in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Quimby, ME

Average rainfall in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Quimby, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Quimby, ME

Average snowfall in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Quimby, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Quimby, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Quimby, ME

Average UV index in December - Quimby, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Quimby, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Quimby, ME

Average visibility in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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