December weather forecast
Danforth, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Danforth, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and max 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 28.4°F (-2°C). Danforth throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Danforth is 86%.

Rainfall

In Danforth, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Danforth, Maine, there are 120.4 rainfall days, and 17.4" (442mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Danforth, in December, during 10.4 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Danforth, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.2 days and aggregates up to 26.34" (669mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Danforth, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 3:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Danforth is 3.7h.

UV index

February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Danforth. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Danforth in December?

In December, in Danforth, the average high-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C), and the average low-temperature is 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Danforth?

In Danforth, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Danforth?

In Danforth, during December, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Danforth in December?

In December, in Danforth, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Danforth?

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 Danforth?

In December, the average day length in Danforth is 8h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Danforth?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Danforth, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 3:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Danforth?

The average sunshine duration in December in Danforth, Maine, is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Danforth?

The months with the lowest UV index in Danforth are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Danforth?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Danforth is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Danforth, ME

Average temperature in December - Danforth, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Danforth, ME

Average pressure in December - Danforth, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Danforth, ME

Average wind speed in December - Danforth, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Danforth, ME

Average humidity in December - Danforth, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Danforth, ME

Average rainfall in December - Danforth, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Danforth, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Danforth, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Danforth, ME

Average snowfall in December - Danforth, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Danforth, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Danforth, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.4 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
Danforth, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Danforth, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Danforth, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Danforth, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Danforth, ME

Average UV index in December - Danforth, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Danforth, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Danforth, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 43).

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Average visibility in December
Danforth, ME

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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