December weather forecast
East Orland, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in East Orland, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, East Orland sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) in November to an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C). In the month of December, an average of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In East Orland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in East Orland, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 19.61" (498mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In East Orland, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In East Orland, 33.3°F (0.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.8°F (-5.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in East Orland in December?

In East Orland, in December, during 8.9 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) 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 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
East Orland, ME

Average temperature in December - East Orland, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in December
East Orland, ME

Average pressure in December - East Orland, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.99"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
East Orland, ME

Average wind speed in December - East Orland, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
East Orland, ME

Average humidity in December - East Orland, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

Average rainfall in December
East Orland, ME

Average rainfall in December - East Orland, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
East Orland, ME

Average rainfall days in December - East Orland, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Orland, ME

Average snowfall in December - East Orland, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Orland, ME

Average snowfall days in December - East Orland, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 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 Orland, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Orland, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Orland, ME

Average sunshine days in December - East Orland, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
East Orland, ME

Average UV index in December - East Orland, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
East Orland, ME

Average cloud cover in December - East Orland, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
East Orland, ME

Average visibility in December - East Orland, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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