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 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
With the onset of December, Gardiner experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C). Gardiner's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a subzero cold 23°F (-5°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Gardiner, Maine, is 79%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall in Gardiner. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gardiner, Maine, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46 snowfall days, and 27.76" (705mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Gardiner is 4.7h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
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When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gardiner?
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What are the months with the lowest UV index in Gardiner?
What is the UV index reading in December in Gardiner?
Average temperature in December
Gardiner, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 23°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Gardiner, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Gardiner, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Gardiner, ME
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Gardiner, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in December
Gardiner, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gardiner, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 4.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Gardiner, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 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
Gardiner, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gardiner, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Gardiner, ME
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Gardiner, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Gardiner, 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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