December weather forecastCranberry Isles, ME
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Cranberry Isles, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).Temperature
The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).Humidity
In Cranberry Isles, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Cranberry Isles, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.1 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Cranberry Isles, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Cranberry Isles, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Cranberry Isles, 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
Cranberry Isles, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Cranberry Isles, ME
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Cranberry Isles, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 3.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").
Average rainfall days in December
Cranberry Isles, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Cranberry Isles, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 3.78"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Cranberry Isles, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cranberry Isles, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Cranberry Isles, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Cranberry Isles, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Cranberry Isles, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Cranberry Isles, ME
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
