December weather forecast
Thomaston, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Thomaston, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.4°F (-2°C) and max 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

In Thomaston, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). Thomaston notes a consistent average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Thomaston, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.1 snowfall days, and 12.36" (314mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature in Thomaston is 45.1°F (7.3°C).
Note: Beware when you're in 45.1°F (7.3°C) waters; 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling and anything below 50°F (10°C) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of December, in Thomaston, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 37°F (2.8°C) and the low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Thomaston, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in December in Thomaston?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C). Swimming in 45.1°F (7.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Thomaston have in December?

In Thomaston, the average day length in December is 8h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Thomaston, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Thomaston, ME

Average temperature in December - Thomaston, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Thomaston, ME

Average pressure in December - Thomaston, 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
Thomaston, ME

Average wind speed in December - Thomaston, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Thomaston, ME

Average humidity in December - Thomaston, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Thomaston, ME

Average rainfall in December - Thomaston, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Thomaston, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Thomaston, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Thomaston, ME

Average snowfall in December - Thomaston, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Thomaston, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Thomaston, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Thomaston, ME

Average sea temperature in December - Thomaston, ME
  • Average sea temperature in December: 45°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Thomaston, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Thomaston, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Thomaston, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Thomaston, ME

Average UV index in December - Thomaston, 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
Thomaston, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Thomaston, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Thomaston, ME

Average visibility in December - Thomaston, 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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