December weather forecast
Rumford Corner, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Rumford Corner, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19°F (-7.2°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rumford Corner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.3 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rumford Corner, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow. In Rumford Corner, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.3 days and aggregates up to 48.15" (1223mm) of snow.

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 6:59 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rumford Corner, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Rumford Corner, is 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Rumford Corner, Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 7.44" (189mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rumford Corner have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rumford Corner have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rumford Corner, ME

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°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 (10°F).

Average pressure in December
Rumford Corner, ME

Average pressure in December - Rumford Corner, 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
Rumford Corner, ME

Average wind speed in December - Rumford Corner, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rumford Corner, ME

Average humidity in December - Rumford Corner, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Rumford Corner, ME

Average rainfall in December - Rumford Corner, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Rumford Corner, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Rumford Corner, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rumford Corner, ME

Average snowfall in December - Rumford Corner, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rumford Corner, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Rumford Corner, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rumford Corner, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rumford Corner, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rumford Corner, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Rumford Corner, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Rumford Corner, ME

Average UV index in December - Rumford Corner, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Rumford Corner, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Rumford Corner, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Rumford Corner, ME

Average visibility in December - Rumford Corner, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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