December weather forecast
Springvale, ME

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C). Springvale's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Springvale, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.9 rainfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, 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

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 18, 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 35.6°F (2°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Springvale?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Springvale, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Springvale, in December, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Springvale have in December?

In Springvale, the average day length in December 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 is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Springvale, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Springvale, ME

Average temperature in December - Springvale, 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
Springvale, ME

Average pressure in December - Springvale, 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
Springvale, ME

Average wind speed in December - Springvale, 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
Springvale, ME

Average humidity in December - Springvale, 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
Springvale, ME

Average rainfall in December - Springvale, 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
Springvale, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Springvale, 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
Springvale, ME

Average snowfall in December - Springvale, 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
Springvale, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Springvale, 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
Springvale, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Springvale, 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
Springvale, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Springvale, 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
Springvale, ME

Average UV index in December - Springvale, 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
Springvale, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Springvale, 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
Springvale, ME

Average visibility in December - Springvale, 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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