December weather forecast
West Glenburn, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in West Glenburn, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In West Glenburn, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. In West Glenburn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.5 days and collects up to 18.7" (475mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated. In West Glenburn, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.1 days and aggregates up to 21.14" (537mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Glenburn, 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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In West Glenburn, 32.4°F (0.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 21.7°F (-5.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

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

In West Glenburn, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index in West Glenburn is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
West Glenburn, ME

Average temperature in December - West Glenburn, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°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 (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in December
West Glenburn, ME

Average pressure in December - West Glenburn, 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
West Glenburn, ME

Average wind speed in December - West Glenburn, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
West Glenburn, ME

Average humidity in December - West Glenburn, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
West Glenburn, ME

Average rainfall in December - West Glenburn, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
West Glenburn, ME

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Glenburn, ME

Average snowfall in December - West Glenburn, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Glenburn, ME

Average snowfall days in December - West Glenburn, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.6 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 Glenburn, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Glenburn, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Glenburn, ME

Average sunshine days in December - West Glenburn, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
West Glenburn, ME

Average UV index in December - West Glenburn, 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
West Glenburn, ME

Average cloud cover in December - West Glenburn, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
West Glenburn, ME

Average visibility in December - West Glenburn, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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