December weather forecastBucksport, ME
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Bucksport, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.3°F (0.7°C) and min 22.8°F (-5.1°C).Temperature
December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) in November to a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C). An average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) is recorded during the nights in December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Bucksport, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bucksport, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.8 days and aggregates up to 19.61" (498mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Bucksport, in December, the average water temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C).Note: Beware when you're in 44.2°F (6.8°C) waters; 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling and anything below 50°F (10°C) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Bucksport, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Bucksport, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Bucksport, ME
- Average pressure in December: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Bucksport, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Bucksport, ME
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Bucksport, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.42").
Average rainfall days in December
Bucksport, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Bucksport, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 2.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Bucksport, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Bucksport, ME
- Average sea temperature in December: 44.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.5°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bucksport, ME
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Bucksport, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Bucksport, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Bucksport, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 52
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in December
Bucksport, ME
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
