December weather forecast
Saint George, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saint George, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 28.4°F (-2°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C). Nights in December cool down, indicating a minor disparity from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Saint George, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.1 snowfall days, and 12.36" (314mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Saint George, the average seawater temperature in December is 45.1°F (7.3°C).
Note: At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Saint George?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Saint George?

In Saint George, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Saint George is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Saint George.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Saint George, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Saint George, ME

Average temperature in December - Saint George, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint George, ME

Average pressure in December - Saint George, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Saint George, ME

Average wind speed in December - Saint George, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint George, ME

Average humidity in December - Saint George, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint George, ME

Average rainfall in December - Saint George, 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 (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint George, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Saint George, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint George, ME

Average snowfall in December - Saint George, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint George, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Saint George, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Saint George, ME

Average sea temperature in December - Saint George, ME
  • Average sea temperature in December: 45°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint George, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint George, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Saint George, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint George, ME

Average UV index in December - Saint George, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Saint George, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Saint George, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Saint George, ME

Average visibility in December - Saint George, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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