December weather forecast
Bridgton, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Bridgton, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). The average temperature in Bridgton drops to a still freezing cold 21°F (-6.1°C) during the night in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Bridgton, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bridgton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.2 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Bridgton, Maine, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bridgton, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.7 days and aggregates up to 40.2" (1021mm) 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, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Bridgton, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bridgton. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bridgton?

In Bridgton, 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 21°F (-6.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Bridgton?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Bridgton in December?

In December, in Bridgton, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Bridgton in December?

In Bridgton, Maine, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bridgton?

The month with the shortest days in Bridgton, Maine, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 8h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bridgton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bridgton, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:14 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bridgton?

In Bridgton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bridgton, Maine.

What is the UV index reading in December in Bridgton?

In Bridgton, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Bridgton, ME

Average temperature in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bridgton, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and 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
Bridgton, ME

Average wind speed in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bridgton, ME

Average humidity in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bridgton, ME

Average rainfall in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bridgton, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bridgton, ME

Average snowfall in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bridgton, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (12.4 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
Bridgton, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bridgton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bridgton, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bridgton, ME

Average UV index in December - Bridgton, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Bridgton, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Bridgton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Bridgton, ME

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

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

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