December weather forecast
Randolph, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Randolph, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23°F (-5°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

Randolph in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). Randolph's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 23°F (-5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Randolph, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46 snowfall days, and 27.76" (705mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Randolph is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Randolph, Maine. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and a low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Randolph?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Randolph, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Randolph, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Randolph have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Randolph?

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Randolph, ME

Average temperature in December - Randolph, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Randolph, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Randolph, ME

Average wind speed in December - Randolph, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Randolph, ME

Average humidity in December - Randolph, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

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

Average rainfall in December
Randolph, ME

Average rainfall in December - Randolph, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Randolph, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Randolph, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Randolph, ME

Average snowfall in December - Randolph, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Randolph, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Randolph, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Randolph, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Randolph, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Randolph, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Randolph, ME

Average UV index in December - Randolph, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Randolph, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Randolph, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Randolph, ME

Average visibility in December - Randolph, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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