December weather forecast
Brighton, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Brighton, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

Stepping into December, Brighton observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from November's cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Throughout the December nights, Brighton encounters a low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Brighton, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Brighton, Maine, there are 142.6 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Brighton, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 61.8 snowfall days, and 42.99" (1092mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Brighton. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. 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 Brighton?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Brighton, is 30.7°F (-0.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Brighton?

The average relative humidity in December in Brighton, Maine, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Brighton?

In Brighton, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Brighton?

In Brighton, Maine, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Brighton?

The month with the shortest days in Brighton is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Brighton is 8h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Brighton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Brighton, Maine, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Brighton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Brighton, Maine, is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Brighton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Brighton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Brighton, ME

Average temperature in December - Brighton, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Brighton, ME

Average pressure in December - Brighton, 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
Brighton, ME

Average wind speed in December - Brighton, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Brighton, ME

Average humidity in December - Brighton, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Brighton, ME

Average rainfall in December - Brighton, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Brighton, ME

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Brighton, ME

Average snowfall in December - Brighton, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Brighton, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Brighton, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 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
Brighton, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Brighton, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Brighton, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Brighton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Brighton, ME

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Brighton, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Brighton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Brighton, ME

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

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

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