Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Springfield, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Springfield, in December, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 10" (254mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.2 snowfall days, and 45.91" (1166mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 3:59 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Average temperature in December
Springfield, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).
Average pressure in December
Springfield, ME
- Average pressure in December: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Springfield, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Springfield, ME
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and July (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Springfield, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.01").
Average rainfall days in December
Springfield, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Springfield, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 10"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Springfield, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Springfield, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Springfield, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Springfield, ME
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Springfield, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 45).
Average visibility in December
Springfield, ME
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).
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