December weather forecast
Bath, ME

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Weather in December

Concluding the year, December in Bath, Maine, greets residents with winter's full force. Subzero temperatures become the norm as snowfall increases, blanketing the town in white layers. Amid the cold, the high humidity level maintains a sense of moisture in the air. Short daylight hours and twinkling holiday lights create a festive atmosphere across the town. The consistent cloud cover and increased wind speed complement December's wintry ambiance, transforming Bath, Maine, into a chilly winter wonderland.

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December in Bath, Maine, reducing from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). With a barely noticeable fluctuation in temperature, Bath reaches an average low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Bath, Maine, is 78%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are October and December, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bath, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow. In Bath, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 18.82" (478mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Bath, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bath?

In Bath, 35.2°F (1.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.2°F (-3.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Bath?

In December, the average relative humidity in Bath is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Bath?

The wettest months are October and December, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December in Bath?

In December, in Bath, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Bath?

In Bath, Maine, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bath?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Bath have in December?

The average day length in December in Bath, Maine, is 8h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bath?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bath?

The months with the least sunshine in Bath, Maine, are February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bath have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bath, Maine, is 4.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Bath?

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

Average temperature in December - Bath, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bath, ME

Average pressure in December - Bath, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bath, ME

Average wind speed in December - Bath, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bath, ME

Average humidity in December - Bath, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bath, ME

Average rainfall in December - Bath, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bath, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Bath, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bath, ME

Average snowfall in December - Bath, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bath, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Bath, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Bath, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bath, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bath, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Bath, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bath, ME

Average UV index in December - Bath, 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
Bath, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Bath, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Bath, ME

Average visibility in December - Bath, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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