December weather forecast
East Dover, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in East Dover, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

East Dover's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's cold 41°F (5°C) to a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Throughout the month of December, East Dover reports a steady low-temperature average of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

In East Dover, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In East Dover, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. In East Dover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.3 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in East Dover, Maine, are January through May, October through December. In East Dover, in December, during 12.4 snowfall days, 9.06" (230mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 69.5 snowfall days, and 49.96" (1269mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In East Dover, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in East Dover. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in East Dover in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in East Dover, records 29.1°F (-1.6°C), while the low-temperature is 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in East Dover?

The average relative humidity in December in East Dover, Maine, is 83%.

How much does it rain in East Dover in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in East Dover in December?

In East Dover, Maine, in December, snow falls for 12.4 days, with typically accumulated 9.06" (230mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in East Dover?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in East Dover?

In East Dover, the average day length in December is 8h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in East Dover?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in East Dover, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in East Dover?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in East Dover?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in East Dover.

What is the UV index intensity in December in East Dover?

In East Dover, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
East Dover, ME

Average temperature in December - East Dover, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
East Dover, ME

Average pressure in December - East Dover, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
East Dover, ME

Average wind speed in December - East Dover, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
East Dover, ME

Average humidity in December - East Dover, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
East Dover, ME

Average rainfall in December - East Dover, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
East Dover, ME

Average rainfall days in December - East Dover, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
East Dover, ME

Average snowfall in December - East Dover, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
East Dover, ME

Average snowfall days in December - East Dover, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 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
East Dover, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Dover, 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 1min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
East Dover, ME

Average sunshine days in December - East Dover, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
East Dover, ME

Average UV index in December - East Dover, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
East Dover, ME

Average cloud cover in December - East Dover, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
East Dover, ME

Average visibility in December - East Dover, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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