December weather forecast
French Settlement, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in French Settlement, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C). The average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) is witnessed in French Settlement during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in French Settlement is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In French Settlement, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.61" (168mm) of snow. In French Settlement, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.1 days and aggregates up to 36.34" (923mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In French Settlement, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in French Settlement in December?

December temperatures in French Settlement vary between a high-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and a low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in French Settlement?

The average relative humidity in December in French Settlement, Maine, is 81%.

What is the rainiest month in French Settlement?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in French Settlement in December?

In French Settlement, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in French Settlement?

In French Settlement, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 6.61" (168mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in French Settlement?

December has the shortest days of the year in French Settlement, Maine, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does French Settlement have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in French Settlement?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in French Settlement, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does French Settlement have in December?

In French Settlement, Maine, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in French Settlement?

The months with the lowest UV index in French Settlement, Maine, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in French Settlement?

In French Settlement, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
French Settlement, ME

Average temperature in December - French Settlement, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
French Settlement, ME

Average pressure in December - French Settlement, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"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).

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Average wind speed in December
French Settlement, ME

Average wind speed in December - French Settlement, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
French Settlement, ME

Average humidity in December - French Settlement, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
French Settlement, ME

Average rainfall in December - French Settlement, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
French Settlement, ME

Average rainfall days in December - French Settlement, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
French Settlement, ME

Average snowfall in December - French Settlement, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
French Settlement, ME

Average snowfall days in December - French Settlement, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 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
French Settlement, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - French Settlement, 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 2min

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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
French Settlement, ME

Average sunshine days in December - French Settlement, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
French Settlement, ME

Average UV index in December - French Settlement, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
French Settlement, ME

Average cloud cover in December - French Settlement, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
French Settlement, ME

Average visibility in December - French Settlement, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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