December weather forecast
Cape Elizabeth, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average high of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) from November's frosty 46°F (7.8°C). Registering an almost steady temperature, Cape Elizabeth's nights in December see an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In Cape Elizabeth, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Cape Elizabeth, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cape Elizabeth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Cape Elizabeth, during December, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In Cape Elizabeth, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.7 days and aggregates up to 11.73" (298mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cape Elizabeth. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. 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 December in Cape Elizabeth?

In Cape Elizabeth, in December, the average high-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cape Elizabeth?

In Cape Elizabeth, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Cape Elizabeth in December?

In Cape Elizabeth, Maine, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Cape Elizabeth?

In December, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cape Elizabeth?

December has the shortest days of the year in Cape Elizabeth, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cape Elizabeth have in December?

The average day length in December in Cape Elizabeth is 9h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Cape Elizabeth?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:14 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cape Elizabeth?

The month with the least sunshine in Cape Elizabeth is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cape Elizabeth?

The average sunshine duration in December in Cape Elizabeth is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cape Elizabeth?

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 intensity in December in Cape Elizabeth?

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

Average temperature in December - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average pressure in December - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"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
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average wind speed in December - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average humidity in December - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average rainfall in December - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average snowfall in December - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cape Elizabeth, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average UV index in December - Cape Elizabeth, 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
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average visibility in December - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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