December weather forecast
Owls Head, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Owls Head, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.4°F (-7°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). An average low-temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C) is noted during the nights in December in Owls Head.

Humidity

In Owls Head, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Owls Head, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Owls Head, there are 170.3 rainfall days, and 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Owls Head are January through May, October through December. In Owls Head, during December, snow falls for 19.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.61" (244mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Owls Head, there are 100.3 snowfall days, and 59.33" (1507mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Owls Head, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Owls Head are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Owls Head?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Owls Head, is 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 19.4°F (-7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Owls Head?

In December, the average relative humidity in Owls Head, New York, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Owls Head?

In Owls Head, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Owls Head in December?

In December, in Owls Head, New York, it is snowing for 19.1 days. Throughout December, 9.61" (244mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Owls Head?

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

How many hours of daylight does Owls Head have in December?

In December, the average day length in Owls Head, New York, is 8h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Owls Head?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Owls Head, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Owls Head have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Owls Head is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Owls Head?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Owls Head?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Owls Head, New York, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Owls Head, NY

Average temperature in December - Owls Head, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Owls Head, NY

Average pressure in December - Owls Head, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Owls Head, NY

Average wind speed in December - Owls Head, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Owls Head, NY

Average humidity in December - Owls Head, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Owls Head, NY

Average rainfall in December - Owls Head, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Owls Head, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Owls Head, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Owls Head, NY

Average snowfall in December - Owls Head, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (13.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Owls Head, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Owls Head, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (22.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Owls Head, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Owls Head, NY
  • 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Owls Head, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Owls Head, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Owls Head, NY

Average UV index in December - Owls Head, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Owls Head, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Owls Head, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Owls Head, NY

Average visibility in December - Owls Head, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, July and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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