December weather forecast
South Sanford, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in South Sanford, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.6°F (2°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C). South Sanford experiences an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) in month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In South Sanford, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Sanford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.9 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in South Sanford is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In South Sanford, in December, the average high-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In South Sanford, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In South Sanford, in December, during 6.3 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:17 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in South Sanford.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in South Sanford?

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 South Sanford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading 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 Sanford, ME

Average temperature in December - South Sanford, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
South Sanford, ME

Average pressure in December - South Sanford, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
South Sanford, ME

Average wind speed in December - South Sanford, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
South Sanford, ME

Average humidity in December - South Sanford, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
South Sanford, ME

Average rainfall in December - South Sanford, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
South Sanford, ME

Average rainfall days in December - South Sanford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Sanford, ME

Average snowfall in December - South Sanford, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

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

Average snowfall days in December
South Sanford, ME

Average snowfall days in December - South Sanford, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Sanford, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Sanford, ME

Average sunshine days in December - South Sanford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

Average UV index in December
South Sanford, ME

Average UV index in December - South Sanford, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
South Sanford, ME

Average cloud cover in December - South Sanford, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
South Sanford, ME

Average visibility in December - South Sanford, 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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