December weather forecast
East Winthrop, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in East Winthrop, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and max 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C). December nights in East Winthrop experience a consistent temperature drop to a freezing cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

In East Winthrop, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In East Winthrop, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.3 rainfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in East Winthrop. In East Winthrop, in December, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.8" (122mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in East Winthrop, there are 50.3 snowfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in East Winthrop.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in East Winthrop, Maine, is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in East Winthrop?

During December, East Winthrop experiences an average high-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and a low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in East Winthrop?

In East Winthrop, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in East Winthrop?

In East Winthrop, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in East Winthrop?

In East Winthrop, Maine, during December, snow falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

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

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

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

In East Winthrop, Maine, the average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in East Winthrop?

On the first day of December in East Winthrop, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.

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

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in East Winthrop?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in East Winthrop?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average temperature in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
East Winthrop, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average wind speed in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average humidity in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average rainfall in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average rainfall days in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average snowfall in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average snowfall days in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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 Winthrop, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

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 4min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average sunshine days in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average UV index in December - East Winthrop, 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 Winthrop, ME

Average cloud cover in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
East Winthrop, ME

Average visibility in December - East Winthrop, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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