December weather forecast
Highland Park, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Highland Park, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's chilly 43°F (6.1°C) to a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at 20.3°F (-6.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Highland Park, Maine, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Highland Park, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Highland Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.2 days and collects up to 25.59" (650mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Highland Park, in December, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 6.42" (163mm) of snow. In Highland Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.8 days and aggregates up to 38.19" (970mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Highland Park is 4.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Highland Park?

The high-temperature, in December, in Highland Park, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Highland Park?

In December, the average relative humidity in Highland Park, Maine, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Highland Park in December?

In Highland Park, Maine, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Highland Park?

In Highland Park, during December, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Highland Park?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Highland Park, Maine.

What is the average length of the day in December in Highland Park?

The average day length in December is 8h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Highland Park?

On the first day of December in Highland Park, Maine, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Highland Park have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Highland Park is 4.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Highland Park?

In Highland Park, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Highland Park, ME

Average temperature in December - Highland Park, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Highland Park, ME

Average pressure in December - Highland Park, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Highland Park, ME

Average wind speed in December - Highland Park, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Highland Park, ME

Average humidity in December - Highland Park, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Highland Park, ME

Average rainfall in December - Highland Park, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in December
Highland Park, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Highland Park, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Highland Park, ME

Average snowfall in December - Highland Park, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Highland Park, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Highland Park, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 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
Highland Park, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Highland Park, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Highland Park, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Highland Park, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Highland Park, ME

Average UV index in December - Highland Park, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Highland Park, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Highland Park, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Highland Park, ME

Average visibility in December - Highland Park, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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