December weather forecast
Rumford Point, ME

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

Rumford Point in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). An average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) is observed during December nights in Rumford Point.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rumford Point, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.3 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rumford Point, Maine, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 7.44" (189mm) of snow. In Rumford Point, Maine, 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 in Rumford Point, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Rumford Point is 4.3h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and a low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rumford Point, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Rumford Point, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

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 7:19 am and sunset at 4:12 pm EST.

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

In Rumford Point, the average sunshine duration in December 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 Rumford Point?

In Rumford Point, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rumford Point, ME

Average temperature in December - Rumford Point, 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 Point, ME

Average pressure in December - Rumford Point, 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 Point, ME

Average wind speed in December - Rumford Point, 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 Point, ME

Average humidity in December - Rumford Point, 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 Point, ME

Average rainfall in December - Rumford Point, 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 Point, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Rumford Point, 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 Point, ME

Average snowfall in December - Rumford Point, 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 Point, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Rumford Point, 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 Point, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rumford Point, 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 Point, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Rumford Point, 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 Point, ME

Average UV index in December - Rumford Point, 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 Point, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Rumford Point, 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 Point, ME

Average visibility in December - Rumford Point, 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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