December weather forecast
South Freeport, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in South Freeport, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) to an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C). South Freeport observes a slightly reduced average nighttime temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.6 rainfall days, and 19.8" (503mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In South Freeport, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.5 snowfall days, and 12.05" (306mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in South Freeport. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, South Freeport experiences an average high-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In South Freeport, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In South Freeport, in December, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does South Freeport have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In South Freeport, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
South Freeport, ME

Average temperature in December - South Freeport, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
South Freeport, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
South Freeport, ME

Average wind speed in December - South Freeport, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
South Freeport, ME

Average humidity in December - South Freeport, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
South Freeport, ME

Average rainfall in December - South Freeport, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
South Freeport, ME

Average rainfall days in December - South Freeport, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Freeport, ME

Average snowfall in December - South Freeport, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Freeport, ME

Average snowfall days in December - South Freeport, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Freeport, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Freeport, 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 4min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Freeport, ME

Average sunshine days in December - South Freeport, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

Average UV index in December
South Freeport, ME

Average UV index in December - South Freeport, 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
South Freeport, ME

Average cloud cover in December - South Freeport, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
South Freeport, ME

Average visibility in December - South Freeport, 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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