December weather forecast
West Buxton, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in West Buxton, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 45°F (7.2°C) to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). During the nights in December, West Buxton observes an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in West Buxton is 80%.

Rainfall

In West Buxton, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.1 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 7.01" (178mm) of snow is accumulated. In West Buxton, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.9 days and aggregates up to 30.79" (782mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in West Buxton is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in West Buxton is 4.9h.

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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in West Buxton?

In December, in West Buxton, the average high-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Buxton?

The average relative humidity in December in West Buxton, Maine, is 80%.

How much does it rain in West Buxton in December?

In West Buxton, Maine, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in West Buxton in December?

In West Buxton, Maine, in December, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 7.01" (178mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Buxton?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in West Buxton, Maine.

What is the average length of the day in December in West Buxton?

In December, the average day length in West Buxton, Maine, is 9h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Buxton?

On the first day of December in West Buxton, Maine, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Buxton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in West Buxton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in West Buxton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in West Buxton, Maine, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Buxton, ME

Average temperature in December - West Buxton, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in December
West Buxton, ME

Average pressure in December - West Buxton, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Buxton, ME

Average wind speed in December - West Buxton, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
West Buxton, ME

Average humidity in December - West Buxton, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

Average rainfall in December
West Buxton, ME

Average rainfall in December - West Buxton, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
West Buxton, ME

Average rainfall days in December - West Buxton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Buxton, ME

Average snowfall in December - West Buxton, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Buxton, ME

Average snowfall days in December - West Buxton, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Buxton, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Buxton, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Buxton, ME

Average sunshine days in December - West Buxton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
West Buxton, ME

Average UV index in December - West Buxton, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
West Buxton, ME

Average cloud cover in December - West Buxton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
West Buxton, ME

Average visibility in December - West Buxton, 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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