December weather forecast
Andover, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Andover, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 19°F (-7.2°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

Andover in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's icy 40.5°F (4.7°C) to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). During the nights in December, Andover experiences a consistent average temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Andover, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Andover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.3 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Andover, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.3 snowfall days, and 48.15" (1223mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Andover is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Andover are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Andover in December?

Andover in December has an average high-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Andover?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Andover?

In Andover, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Andover in December?

In Andover, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Andover?

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

How many hours of daylight does Andover have in December?

The average day length in December in Andover, Maine, is 8h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Andover?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:12 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Andover have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Andover, Maine, is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Andover?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Andover?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Andover, Maine, is 1. 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
Andover, ME

Average temperature in December - Andover, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

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Average pressure in December
Andover, ME

Average pressure in December - Andover, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Andover, ME

Average wind speed in December - Andover, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Andover, ME

Average humidity in December - Andover, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Andover, ME

Average rainfall in December - Andover, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Andover, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Andover, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Andover, ME

Average snowfall in December - Andover, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Andover, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Andover, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Andover, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Andover, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Andover, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Andover, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Andover, ME

Average UV index in December - Andover, ME
  • 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 February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Andover, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Andover, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
Andover, ME

Average visibility in December - Andover, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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