December weather forecast
Boothbay Harbor, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Boothbay Harbor, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and max 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). Boothbay Harbor witnesses an average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Boothbay Harbor is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Boothbay Harbor, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated. In Boothbay Harbor, during the entire year, snow falls for 40 days and aggregates up to 20.08" (510mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Boothbay Harbor, in December, the average water temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C).
Note: It is risky to swim in 45.3°F (7.4°C). Temperatures beneath 50°F (10°C) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Boothbay Harbor.
On the first day of December in Boothbay Harbor, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Boothbay Harbor?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Boothbay Harbor during December are 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Boothbay Harbor?

In Boothbay Harbor, Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Boothbay Harbor?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Boothbay Harbor. Rain falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Boothbay Harbor?

In Boothbay Harbor, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Boothbay Harbor in December?

In Boothbay Harbor, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Boothbay Harbor?

In Boothbay Harbor, in December, the average water temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Boothbay Harbor?

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

How many hours of daylight does Boothbay Harbor have in December?

In Boothbay Harbor, the average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Boothbay Harbor?

On the first day of December in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Boothbay Harbor?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Boothbay Harbor have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Boothbay Harbor?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Boothbay Harbor?

In Boothbay Harbor, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

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

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average pressure in December - Boothbay Harbor, 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
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average wind speed in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average humidity in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average rainfall in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average snowfall in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average sea temperature in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average sea temperature in December: 45.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.9°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Boothbay Harbor, 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 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average UV index in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
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
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average visibility in December - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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