December weather forecast
Yorks Corner, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Yorks Corner, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

Yorks Corner in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C). During the nights in December, Yorks Corner experiences a consistent average temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Yorks Corner, Maine, during December, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.3 snowfall days, and 16.81" (427mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Yorks Corner, is 34.2°F (1.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Yorks Corner, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Yorks Corner, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Yorks Corner?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Yorks Corner have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Yorks Corner?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Yorks Corner have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What are the months with 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 Yorks Corner, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Yorks Corner, ME

Average temperature in December - Yorks Corner, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Yorks Corner, ME

Average pressure in December - Yorks Corner, 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
Yorks Corner, ME

Average wind speed in December - Yorks Corner, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Yorks Corner, ME

Average humidity in December - Yorks Corner, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Yorks Corner, ME

Average rainfall in December - Yorks Corner, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Yorks Corner, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Yorks Corner, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Yorks Corner, ME

Average snowfall in December - Yorks Corner, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Yorks Corner, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Yorks Corner, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Yorks Corner, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Yorks Corner, 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Yorks Corner, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Yorks Corner, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Yorks Corner, ME

Average UV index in December - Yorks Corner, 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
Yorks Corner, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Yorks Corner, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Yorks Corner, ME

Average visibility in December - Yorks Corner, 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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