December weather forecast
Hinckley, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Hinckley, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at 19.8°F (-6.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Hinckley, Maine, is 82%.

Rainfall

In Hinckley, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. In Hinckley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.6 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hinckley are January through May, October through December. In Hinckley, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow. In Hinckley, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.8 days and aggregates up to 42.99" (1092mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hinckley, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hinckley, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hinckley. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hinckley in December?

The high-temperature in Hinckley, Maine, during December is 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and the low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hinckley?

In Hinckley, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Hinckley in December?

In Hinckley, Maine, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hinckley in December?

In Hinckley, Maine, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hinckley?

The month with the shortest days in Hinckley is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hinckley have in December?

In December, the average day length in Hinckley, Maine, is 8h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hinckley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hinckley, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hinckley have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hinckley?

The months with the lowest UV index in Hinckley, Maine, are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Hinckley?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hinckley, Maine, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hinckley, ME

Average temperature in December - Hinckley, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hinckley, ME

Average pressure in December - Hinckley, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Hinckley, ME

Average wind speed in December - Hinckley, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hinckley, ME

Average humidity in December - Hinckley, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hinckley, ME

Average rainfall in December - Hinckley, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hinckley, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Hinckley, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hinckley, ME

Average snowfall in December - Hinckley, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hinckley, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Hinckley, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 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
Hinckley, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hinckley, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hinckley, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Hinckley, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hinckley, ME

Average UV index in December - Hinckley, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hinckley, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Hinckley, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Hinckley, ME

Average visibility in December - Hinckley, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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