December weather forecast
Waldoboro, ME

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Weather in December

As the final month, December welcomes winter in full swing in Waldoboro. Snowfall envelops the city, ushering in a blanket of winter wonderland, much colder than the previous month of November. The mercury tumbles in a significant drop, with the temperatures averaging a high of 35.2°F (1.8°C). Meanwhile, winter's return is confirmed with increased snowfall amounting to 2.99" (76mm). The diminishing daylight hours and increased cloud cover add to the overall wintry charm of December. Thus, Waldoboro in December is a winter dream - a spectacle of snowy landscapes, misty mornings, starlit nights and a tranquil calm.

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's frosty 45°F (7.2°C) to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). During December, the nighttime temperature in Waldoboro averages to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In Waldoboro, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Waldoboro, in December, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow. In Waldoboro, during the entire year, snow falls for 40 days and aggregates up to 18.27" (464mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Waldoboro, is 35.2°F (1.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Waldoboro, Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Waldoboro, in December, during 7.8 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Waldoboro have in December?

In Waldoboro, 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 6:53 am and sunset at 4:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:09 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Waldoboro have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Waldoboro, ME

Average temperature in December - Waldoboro, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Waldoboro, ME

Average pressure in December - Waldoboro, 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
Waldoboro, ME

Average wind speed in December - Waldoboro, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Waldoboro, ME

Average humidity in December - Waldoboro, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Waldoboro, ME

Average rainfall in December - Waldoboro, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Waldoboro, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Waldoboro, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Waldoboro, ME

Average snowfall in December - Waldoboro, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Waldoboro, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Waldoboro, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waldoboro, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Waldoboro, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Waldoboro, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Waldoboro, ME

Average UV index in December - Waldoboro, 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
Waldoboro, ME

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, April and December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Waldoboro, ME

Average visibility in December - Waldoboro, 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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