December weather forecast
Calais, ME

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Weather in December

The arrival of December in Calais marks the return of the winter, bringing along with it cold temperatures and snowy landscapes. Average temperatures range between 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C), a clear indication of the upcoming frigid weather. As daylight hours shrink to the shortest of the year, the city endures more nights. The month also witnesses the first substantial snowfall, setting a picturesque winter terrain. December’s weather, dominated by cold winds and snow, often transforms Calais into an idyllic winter postcard.

Temperature

Calais's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's chilly 42.8°F (6°C) to an icy 32.7°F (0.4°C). Calais throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Calais, Maine, is 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Calais is December, when the rain falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Calais, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Calais, there are 64.6 snowfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Calais, Maine, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:56 pm AST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Calais in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Calais, is 32.7°F (0.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Calais?

In Calais, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

What is the wettest month in Calais?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Calais?

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Calais?

In December, in Calais, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Calais?

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

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

The average day length in December in Calais is 8h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Calais?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Calais, Maine, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:56 pm AST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Calais?

The average sunshine duration in December in Calais, Maine, is 4.1h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Calais?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Calais is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Calais, ME

Average temperature in December - Calais, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Calais, ME

Average pressure in December - Calais, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Calais, ME

Average wind speed in December - Calais, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Calais, ME

Average humidity in December - Calais, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Calais, ME

Average rainfall in December - Calais, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Calais, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Calais, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Calais, ME

Average snowfall in December - Calais, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Calais, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Calais, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 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
Calais, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Calais, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Calais, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Calais, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Calais, ME

Average UV index in December - Calais, 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
Calais, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Calais, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Calais, ME

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

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

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