December weather forecast
Batesville, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Batesville, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and min 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from an icy 39.2°F (4°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Batesville throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Batesville. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Batesville. In Batesville, during December, snow falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 11.3" (287mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 88.2 snowfall days, and 62.83" (1596mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 3:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Batesville, Maine, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Batesville are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Batesville?

In December, in Batesville, the average high-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Batesville?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

What is the wettest month in Batesville?

The month with the most rainfall in Batesville, Maine, is December, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Batesville in December?

In December, in Batesville, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Batesville in December?

In Batesville, Maine, during December, snow falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 11.3" (287mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Batesville?

December has the shortest days of the year in Batesville, Maine, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 8h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Batesville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Batesville, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 3:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Batesville?

In Batesville, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Batesville?

The months with the lowest UV index in Batesville, Maine, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Batesville?

In Batesville, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Batesville, ME

Average temperature in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Batesville, ME

Average pressure in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Batesville, ME

Average wind speed in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Batesville, ME

Average humidity in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Batesville, ME

Average rainfall in December - Batesville, 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 (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in December
Batesville, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Batesville, ME

Average snowfall in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.3"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (13.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Batesville, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.1 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
Batesville, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Batesville, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Batesville, ME

Average UV index in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Batesville, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in December
Batesville, ME

Average visibility in December - Batesville, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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