December weather forecast
Somerset Junction, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Somerset Junction, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and max 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

In Somerset Junction, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's icy 37°F (2.8°C) to a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). Somerset Junction cools down to an average low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Somerset Junction, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.8 rainfall days, and 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Somerset Junction are January through May, October through December. In Somerset Junction, during December, snow falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow. In Somerset Junction, during the entire year, snow falls for 99.1 days and aggregates up to 29.96" (761mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Somerset Junction, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Somerset Junction is 3.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Somerset Junction in December?

During December, Somerset Junction experiences an average high-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and a low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Somerset Junction?

In December, the average relative humidity in Somerset Junction, Maine, is 87%.

How much does it rain in Somerset Junction in December?

In Somerset Junction, Maine, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Somerset Junction in December?

In Somerset Junction, Maine, during December, snow falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Somerset Junction?

December has the shortest days of the year in Somerset Junction, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Somerset Junction?

In December, the average day length in Somerset Junction, Maine, is 8h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Somerset Junction?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Somerset Junction, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Somerset Junction?

The average sunshine duration in December in Somerset Junction, Maine, is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Somerset Junction?

February, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Somerset Junction, Maine.

How high is the UV index in December in Somerset Junction?

In Somerset Junction, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Somerset Junction, ME

Average temperature in December - Somerset Junction, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Somerset Junction, ME

Average pressure in December - Somerset Junction, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Somerset Junction, ME

Average wind speed in December - Somerset Junction, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Somerset Junction, ME

Average humidity in December - Somerset Junction, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Somerset Junction, ME

Average rainfall in December - Somerset Junction, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Somerset Junction, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Somerset Junction, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Somerset Junction, ME

Average snowfall in December - Somerset Junction, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Somerset Junction, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Somerset Junction, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Somerset Junction, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Somerset Junction, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Somerset Junction, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Somerset Junction, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Somerset Junction, ME

Average UV index in December - Somerset Junction, 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 February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Somerset Junction, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Somerset Junction, 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 43).

Average visibility in December
Somerset Junction, ME

Average visibility in December - Somerset Junction, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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