December weather forecast
Basin Mills, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Basin Mills, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

Basin Mills's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to an icy 32.2°F (0.1°C). During December, the temperature in Basin Mills, Maine, tends to dip to an average of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Basin Mills is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Basin Mills, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.61" (168mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61.1 snowfall days, and 36.34" (923mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Basin Mills is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of December, in Basin Mills, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Basin Mills in December?

In Basin Mills, 32.2°F (0.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Basin Mills?

In Basin Mills, Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the wettest month in Basin Mills?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Basin Mills. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Basin Mills in December?

In Basin Mills, Maine, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Basin Mills?

In Basin Mills, Maine, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 6.61" (168mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Basin Mills?

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

How many hours of daylight does Basin Mills have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Basin Mills?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Basin Mills have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Basin Mills is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Basin Mills?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Basin Mills?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Basin Mills, Maine, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average temperature in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average pressure in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average wind speed in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average humidity in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average rainfall in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average snowfall in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 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
Basin Mills, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Basin Mills, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average UV index in December - Basin Mills, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Basin Mills, ME

Average visibility in December - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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