December weather forecast
Skowhegan, ME

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Weather in December

December is the harbinger of a full-fledged winter season in Skowhegan. Snow blankets everything, turning the city into a winter wonderland. Despite the freezing climatic conditions, the holiday spirit uplifts the mood, with Christmas carols resonating in the cold air. New Year's Eve celebrations bring a culmination to the year. December weather in Skowhegan experiences highs of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and lows of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) alongside 7.36in of snowfall.

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Skowhegan sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). An average minimum temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) is recorded during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Skowhegan, Maine, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Skowhegan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.6 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Skowhegan are January through May, October through December. In Skowhegan, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Skowhegan, there are 61.8 snowfall days, and 42.99" (1092mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Skowhegan is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Skowhegan, Maine, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Skowhegan. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. 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 Skowhegan?

Skowhegan in December has an average high-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Skowhegan?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Skowhegan?

In Skowhegan, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Skowhegan?

In December, in Skowhegan, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Skowhegan?

December has the shortest days of the year in Skowhegan, Maine, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Skowhegan?

In Skowhegan, the average day length in December is 8h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Skowhegan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Skowhegan, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Skowhegan?

In Skowhegan, Maine, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Skowhegan, Maine, are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Skowhegan?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Skowhegan, Maine, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Skowhegan, ME

Average temperature in December - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Skowhegan, ME

Average pressure in December - Skowhegan, 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
Skowhegan, ME

Average wind speed in December - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Skowhegan, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Skowhegan, ME

Average rainfall in December - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Skowhegan, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Skowhegan, ME

Average snowfall in December - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Skowhegan, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Skowhegan, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Skowhegan, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Skowhegan, ME

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

Average cloud cover in December
Skowhegan, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Skowhegan, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Skowhegan, ME

Average visibility in December - Skowhegan, 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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