December weather forecast
South Thomaston, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in South Thomaston, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.4°F (-2°C) and max 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a cold 37°F (2.8°C). An average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) is witnessed throughout the month of December, a mere drop from the daytime peak.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In South Thomaston, Maine, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In South Thomaston, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.1 days and aggregates up to 12.36" (314mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).
Note: Swimming in 45.1°F (7.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in South Thomaston in December?

South Thomaston in December has an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Thomaston?

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

What is the wettest month in South Thomaston?

December is the month with the most rainfall in South Thomaston, Maine. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in South Thomaston in December?

In South Thomaston, Maine, in December, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in South Thomaston?

In South Thomaston, Maine, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in December in South Thomaston?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C). Swimming in 45.1°F (7.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Thomaston?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in South Thomaston?

In South Thomaston, Maine, the average day length in December is 8h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in South Thomaston?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Thomaston, Maine, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in South Thomaston?

With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in South Thomaston?

In December, the average sunshine duration in South Thomaston is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in South Thomaston?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in South Thomaston, Maine.

How high is the UV index in December in South Thomaston?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in South Thomaston, Maine, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Thomaston, ME

Average temperature in December - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
South Thomaston, ME

Average pressure in December - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
South Thomaston, ME

Average wind speed in December - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in December
South Thomaston, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
South Thomaston, ME

Average rainfall in December - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
South Thomaston, ME

Average rainfall days in December - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Thomaston, ME

Average snowfall in December - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

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

Average snowfall days in December
South Thomaston, ME

Average snowfall days in December - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
South Thomaston, ME

Average sea temperature in December - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average sea temperature in December: 45°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Thomaston, 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 3min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Thomaston, ME

Average sunshine days in December - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
South Thomaston, ME

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

Average cloud cover in December - South Thomaston, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
South Thomaston, ME

Average visibility in December - South Thomaston, 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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