December weather forecast
Spring Lake, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Spring Lake, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and min 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Temperature

Spring Lake's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Spring Lake, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.2 rainfall days, and 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 16.5 days. Throughout December, 11.54" (293mm) of snow is accumulated. In Spring Lake, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.5 days and aggregates up to 72.09" (1831mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Spring Lake?

In Spring Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Spring Lake, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Spring Lake, in December, during 16.5 snowfall days, 11.54" (293mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Spring Lake?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Spring Lake have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Spring Lake, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Spring Lake, ME

Average temperature in December - Spring Lake, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Spring Lake, ME

Average pressure in December - Spring Lake, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Spring Lake, ME

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Spring Lake, ME

Average humidity in December - Spring Lake, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Spring Lake, ME

Average rainfall in December - Spring Lake, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Spring Lake, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Spring Lake, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Spring Lake, ME

Average snowfall in December - Spring Lake, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Spring Lake, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Spring Lake, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Spring Lake, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Spring Lake, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Spring Lake, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Spring Lake, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Spring Lake, ME

Average UV index in December - Spring Lake, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Spring Lake, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Spring Lake, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Spring Lake, ME

Average visibility in December - Spring Lake, 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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