December weather forecastDixfield, ME
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Dixfield, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C).Temperature
December brings a drop in Dixfield's average high-temperature, falling from an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The low-temperature average for Dixfield during December stands at 19°F (-7.2°C).Humidity
In Dixfield, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.Rainfall
In Dixfield, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.3 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dixfield, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.3 snowfall days, and 48.15" (1223mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:12 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.UV index
February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Dixfield, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 19°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 (10°F).
Average pressure in December
Dixfield, ME
- Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Dixfield, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Dixfield, ME
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Dixfield, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").
Average rainfall days in December
Dixfield, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dixfield, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 7.44"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Dixfield, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dixfield, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dixfield, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Dixfield, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Dixfield, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in December
Dixfield, ME
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, August and September (4mi).
