December weather forecast
Wiscasset, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Wiscasset, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Wiscasset observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C). Wiscasset encounters an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171 rainfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wiscasset, during December, snow falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.89" (175mm) of snow. In Wiscasset, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.6 days and aggregates up to 42.24" (1073mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Wiscasset, 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 the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Wiscasset, is 36.3°F (2.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.7°F (-3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wiscasset, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Wiscasset, in December, during 13.1 snowfall days, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Wiscasset?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Wiscasset, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wiscasset, PA

Average temperature in December - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Wiscasset, PA

Average pressure in December - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wiscasset, PA

Average wind speed in December - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Wiscasset, PA

Average humidity in December - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Wiscasset, PA

Average rainfall in December - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Wiscasset, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wiscasset, PA

Average snowfall in December - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wiscasset, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wiscasset, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wiscasset, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Wiscasset, PA

Average UV index in December - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wiscasset, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Wiscasset, PA

Average visibility in December - Wiscasset, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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