December weather forecast
Temple Heights, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Temple Heights, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Temple Heights is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Temple Heights. In Temple Heights, in December, during 8.9 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 44.3 snowfall days, and 16.81" (427mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 4:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Temple Heights, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Temple Heights, Maine. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Temple Heights in December?

In December, in Temple Heights, the average high-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Temple Heights?

The average relative humidity in December in Temple Heights is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Temple Heights?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Temple Heights, Maine. Rain falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Temple Heights?

In Temple Heights, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Temple Heights in December?

In Temple Heights, Maine, in December, during 8.9 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Temple Heights?

December has the shortest days of the year in Temple Heights, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Temple Heights have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Temple Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 4:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Temple Heights?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Temple Heights?

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 in Temple Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Temple Heights is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Temple Heights, ME

Average temperature in December - Temple Heights, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Temple Heights, ME

Average pressure in December - Temple Heights, 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
Temple Heights, ME

Average wind speed in December - Temple Heights, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Temple Heights, ME

Average humidity in December - Temple Heights, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Temple Heights, ME

Average rainfall in December - Temple Heights, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Temple Heights, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Temple Heights, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Temple Heights, ME

Average snowfall in December - Temple Heights, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Temple Heights, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Temple Heights, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Temple Heights, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Temple Heights, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Temple Heights, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Temple Heights, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Temple Heights, ME

Average UV index in December - Temple Heights, 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
Temple Heights, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Temple Heights, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Temple Heights, ME

Average visibility in December - Temple Heights, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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