Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) to a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C). Throughout the month of December, Friendship observes an average nighttime temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Friendship is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Friendship. In Friendship, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow. In Friendship, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 40 days and aggregates up to 18.27" (464mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In December, the average ocean temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C).Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) in 45.3°F (7.4°C) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 55.4°F (13°C) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.
Daylight
With an average of 9h and 0min 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 4:00 pm. On the last day of December, in Friendship, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:09 pm EST.
Sunshine
February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Friendship, Maine. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Friendship in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Friendship?
What is the rainiest month in Friendship?
How much does it rain in Friendship in December?
How many days does it snow in December in Friendship?
What is the water temperature in December in Friendship?
What is the month with the shortest days in Friendship?
How many hours of daylight does Friendship have in December?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Friendship?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Friendship?
How many hours of sunshine does Friendship have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Friendship?
How high is the UV index in December in Friendship?
Average temperature in December
Friendship, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Friendship, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Friendship, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 11mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Friendship, ME
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Friendship, 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 (1.57").
Average rainfall days in December
Friendship, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Friendship, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 2.99"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Friendship, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Friendship, ME
- Average sea temperature in December: 45.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.1°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Friendship, ME
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Friendship, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Friendship, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Friendship, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, April and December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Friendship, ME
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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