December weather forecast
Saint Francis, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Saint Francis, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 12.2°F (-11°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) from November's wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). Saint Francis observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Saint Francis, in December, snow falls for 18.4 days, with typically accumulated 12.2" (310mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 106.5 snowfall days, and 71.89" (1826mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 3:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°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 much does it rain in December?

In Saint Francis, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 18.4 days. Throughout December, 12.2" (310mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

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

In Saint Francis, the average day length in December is 8h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 3:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Francis have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the month 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Saint Francis, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Saint Francis, ME

Average temperature in December - Saint Francis, 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
Saint Francis, ME

Average pressure in December - Saint Francis, 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 Francis, ME

Average wind speed in December - Saint Francis, 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
Saint Francis, ME

Average humidity in December - Saint Francis, 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
Saint Francis, ME

Average rainfall in December - Saint Francis, 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
Saint Francis, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Francis, 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
Saint Francis, ME

Average snowfall in December - Saint Francis, 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
Saint Francis, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Francis, 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
Saint Francis, ME

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

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 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
Saint Francis, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Francis, 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
Saint Francis, ME

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

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Francis, 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
Saint Francis, ME

Average visibility in December - Saint Francis, 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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