December weather forecastHartford, ME
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Hartford, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average low of 19°F (-7.2°C).Temperature
Hartford's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). An average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) is recorded in the month of December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hartford, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.3 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 7.44" (189mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hartford, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.3 days and aggregates up to 48.15" (1223mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hartford.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:12 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Hartford, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.UV index
February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Hartford, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 19°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).
Average pressure in December
Hartford, ME
- Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Hartford, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Hartford, ME
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Hartford, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").
Average rainfall days in December
Hartford, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hartford, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 7.44"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hartford, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hartford, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hartford, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Hartford, ME
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Hartford, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in December
Hartford, ME
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, August and September (4mi).
