December weather forecast
Willimantic, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Willimantic, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). During December, Willimantic's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in Willimantic, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Willimantic, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.4 days and collects up to 20.83" (529mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Willimantic, in December, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.61" (117mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 71.8 snowfall days, and 27.28" (693mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Willimantic in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Willimantic, is 28.6°F (-1.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Willimantic?

In Willimantic, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Willimantic, in December, during 12.8 snowfall days, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Willimantic have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Willimantic is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Willimantic, ME

Average temperature in December - Willimantic, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Willimantic, ME

Average pressure in December - Willimantic, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Willimantic, ME

Average wind speed in December - Willimantic, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Willimantic, ME

Average humidity in December - Willimantic, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Willimantic, ME

Average rainfall in December - Willimantic, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.24").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Willimantic, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Willimantic, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Willimantic, ME

Average snowfall in December - Willimantic, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Willimantic, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Willimantic, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Willimantic, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Willimantic, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Willimantic, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Willimantic, ME

Average UV index in December - Willimantic, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Willimantic, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Willimantic, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
Willimantic, ME

Average visibility in December - Willimantic, 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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