December weather forecast
Shawmut, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shawmut, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). Nighttime temperatures in Shawmut consistently average a still freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Shawmut, Maine, are April, October and December, with an average 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Shawmut. In Shawmut, in December, during 9.9 snowfall days, 6.69" (170mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shawmut, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 37.56" (954mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of December, in Shawmut, Maine, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Shawmut is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Shawmut are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Shawmut?

During December, Shawmut experiences an average high-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shawmut?

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

What is the rainiest month in Shawmut?

The months with the most rainfall in Shawmut, Maine, are April, October and December, with an average 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Shawmut in December?

In Shawmut, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Shawmut in December?

In Shawmut, Maine, during December, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shawmut?

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

How many hours of daylight does Shawmut have in December?

In Shawmut, Maine, the average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Shawmut?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shawmut have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Shawmut is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shawmut?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Shawmut?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Shawmut, Maine, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shawmut, ME

Average temperature in December - Shawmut, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Shawmut, ME

Average pressure in December - Shawmut, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Shawmut, ME

Average wind speed in December - Shawmut, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Shawmut, ME

Average humidity in December - Shawmut, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Shawmut, ME

Average rainfall in December - Shawmut, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, October and December (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Shawmut, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Shawmut, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shawmut, ME

Average snowfall in December - Shawmut, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shawmut, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Shawmut, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shawmut, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shawmut, 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shawmut, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Shawmut, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Shawmut, ME

Average UV index in December - Shawmut, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Shawmut, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Shawmut, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Shawmut, ME

Average visibility in December - Shawmut, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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