December weather forecast
East Maine, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in East Maine, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and an average low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C). During December, East Maine consistently records a temperature low averaging a subzero cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In East Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In East Maine, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.5 rainfall days, and 35.67" (906mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in East Maine. In East Maine, New York, in December, during 18.2 snowfall days, 8.54" (217mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In East Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.8 days and aggregates up to 48.82" (1240mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in East Maine, is 33.3°F (0.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In East Maine, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in East Maine?

In East Maine, in December, during 18.2 snowfall days, 8.54" (217mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In East Maine, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in East Maine is 2.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In East Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
East Maine, NY

Average temperature in December - East Maine, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°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 (15.8°F).

Average pressure in December
East Maine, NY

Average pressure in December - East Maine, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
East Maine, NY

Average wind speed in December - East Maine, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
East Maine, NY

Average humidity in December - East Maine, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (80%).

Average rainfall in December
East Maine, NY

Average rainfall in December - East Maine, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
East Maine, NY

Average rainfall days in December - East Maine, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Maine, NY

Average snowfall in December - East Maine, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Maine, NY

Average snowfall days in December - East Maine, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Maine, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Maine, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Maine, NY

Average sunshine days in December - East Maine, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

Average UV index in December
East Maine, NY

Average UV index in December - East Maine, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
East Maine, NY

Average cloud cover in December - East Maine, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
East Maine, NY

Average visibility in December - East Maine, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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