December weather forecast
Stockton Springs, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Stockton Springs, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C) from November's frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Stockton Springs's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Stockton Springs, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Stockton Springs. In December, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. In Stockton Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.8 days and aggregates up to 19.61" (498mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Stockton Springs, records 33.3°F (0.7°C), while the low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Stockton Springs, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Stockton Springs, in December, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Stockton Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Stockton Springs, ME

Average temperature in December - Stockton Springs, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Stockton Springs, ME

Average pressure in December - Stockton Springs, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.99"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
Stockton Springs, ME

Average wind speed in December - Stockton Springs, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Stockton Springs, ME

Average humidity in December - Stockton Springs, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Stockton Springs, ME

Average rainfall in December - Stockton Springs, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Stockton Springs, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Stockton Springs, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stockton Springs, ME

Average snowfall in December - Stockton Springs, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stockton Springs, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Stockton Springs, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Stockton Springs, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stockton Springs, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stockton Springs, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Stockton Springs, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Stockton Springs, ME

Average UV index in December - Stockton Springs, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Stockton Springs, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Stockton Springs, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Stockton Springs, ME

Average visibility in December - Stockton Springs, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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