December weather forecastFrankfort, ME
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Frankfort, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.3°F (0.7°C) and min 22.8°F (-5.1°C).Temperature
As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C). Frankfort experiences a nighttime temperature average of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) during December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
In Frankfort, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Frankfort, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Frankfort, in December, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 19.61" (498mm) 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 6:52 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Frankfort, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Frankfort are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Frankfort, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Frankfort, 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
Frankfort, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Frankfort, ME
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Frankfort, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.42").
Average rainfall days in December
Frankfort, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Frankfort, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 2.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Frankfort, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Frankfort, 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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Frankfort, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Frankfort, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Frankfort, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 52
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in December
Frankfort, ME
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
