December weather forecast
Bar Harbor, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Bar Harbor, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.7°F (1.5°C) and max 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). During December, Bar Harbor experiences an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bar Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bar Harbor, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bar Harbor, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bar Harbor, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bar Harbor have in December?

In Bar Harbor, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Bar Harbor, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, November and 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 Bar Harbor, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bar Harbor, MD

Average temperature in December - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Bar Harbor, MD

Average pressure in December - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bar Harbor, MD

Average wind speed in December - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Bar Harbor, MD

Average humidity in December - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Bar Harbor, MD

Average rainfall in December - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Bar Harbor, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bar Harbor, MD

Average snowfall in December - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bar Harbor, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bar Harbor, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bar Harbor, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bar Harbor, MD

Average UV index in December - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bar Harbor, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Bar Harbor, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Bar Harbor, MD

Average visibility in December - Bar Harbor, MD
  • 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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