December weather forecast
Costigan, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Costigan, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and max 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C). During the nights in December, Costigan experiences a consistent average temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

In Costigan, Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Costigan is December, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Costigan, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.61" (168mm) of snow. In Costigan, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.1 days and aggregates up to 36.34" (923mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Costigan, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Costigan. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Costigan in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Costigan, is 32.2°F (0.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Costigan?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the rainiest month in Costigan?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Costigan. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Costigan in December?

In December, in Costigan, Maine, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Costigan?

In Costigan, Maine, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.61" (168mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Costigan?

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

How many hours of daylight does Costigan have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Costigan?

On the first day of December in Costigan, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Costigan?

In Costigan, Maine, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Costigan?

In Costigan, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Costigan, ME

Average temperature in December - Costigan, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Costigan, ME

Average pressure in December - Costigan, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Costigan, ME

Average wind speed in December - Costigan, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Costigan, ME

Average humidity in December - Costigan, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Costigan, ME

Average rainfall in December - Costigan, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Costigan, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Costigan, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Costigan, ME

Average snowfall in December - Costigan, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Costigan, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Costigan, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 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
Costigan, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Costigan, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Costigan, ME

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Costigan, ME

Average UV index in December - Costigan, 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
Costigan, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Costigan, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Costigan, ME

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

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

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