December weather forecast
Saint David, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Saint David, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 12.2°F (-11°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's icy 36.5°F (2.5°C) to a subzero cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C). An average low-temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C) is observed during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Saint David, during December, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.8 rainfall days, and 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Saint David, during December, snow falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.28" (312mm) of snow. In Saint David, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.8 days and aggregates up to 71.34" (1812mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Saint David is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 3:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 3:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 16, 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 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December in Saint David?

In Saint David, Maine, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Saint David, during December, snow falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.28" (312mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saint David?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Saint David have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 32min.

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 3:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 3:52 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Saint David, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

When is 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 reading in December in Saint David?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Saint David, ME

Average temperature in December - Saint David, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.9°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
Saint David, ME

Average pressure in December - Saint David, 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
Saint David, ME

Average wind speed in December - Saint David, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint David, ME

Average humidity in December - Saint David, 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 (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint David, ME

Average rainfall in December - Saint David, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint David, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Saint David, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint David, ME

Average snowfall in December - Saint David, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint David, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Saint David, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saint David, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint David, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint David, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Saint David, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint David, ME

Average UV index in December - Saint David, 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
Saint David, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Saint David, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

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

Average visibility in December
Saint David, ME

Average visibility in December - Saint David, 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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