December weather forecast
Topsfield, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Topsfield, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and max 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

Stepping into December, Topsfield observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from November's icy 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Throughout December, an average nighttime temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In Topsfield, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Topsfield, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 10" (254mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.2 snowfall days, and 45.91" (1166mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 3:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Topsfield, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Topsfield are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Topsfield in December?

In December, in Topsfield, the average high-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Topsfield?

In Topsfield, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

What is the rainiest month in Topsfield?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Topsfield?

In December, in Topsfield, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Topsfield?

In Topsfield, Maine, in December, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 10" (254mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Topsfield?

December has the shortest days of the year in Topsfield, Maine, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Topsfield?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Topsfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Topsfield, Maine, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 3:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Topsfield?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Topsfield?

The months with the lowest UV index in Topsfield are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Topsfield?

In Topsfield, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Topsfield, ME

Average temperature in December - Topsfield, 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
Topsfield, ME

Average pressure in December - Topsfield, 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
Topsfield, ME

Average wind speed in December - Topsfield, 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
Topsfield, ME

Average humidity in December - Topsfield, 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
Topsfield, ME

Average rainfall in December - Topsfield, 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
Topsfield, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Topsfield, 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
Topsfield, ME

Average snowfall in December - Topsfield, 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
Topsfield, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Topsfield, 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
Topsfield, ME

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

Average sunshine days in December - Topsfield, 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
Topsfield, ME

Average UV index in December - Topsfield, 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
Topsfield, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Topsfield, 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
Topsfield, ME

Average visibility in December - Topsfield, 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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