December weather forecast
Island Falls, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Island Falls, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and max 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a wintry 39.2°F (4°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Throughout December, Island Falls anticipates an average low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

In Island Falls, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 14.9 days. Throughout December, 11.3" (287mm) of snow is accumulated. In Island Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.2 days and aggregates up to 62.83" (1596mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Island Falls.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of December, in Island Falls, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 3:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Island Falls is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Island Falls are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Island Falls in December?

The high-temperature in Island Falls during December is 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and the low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Island Falls?

In December, the average relative humidity in Island Falls is 88%.

What is the rainiest month in Island Falls?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Island Falls, Maine. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Island Falls in December?

In December, in Island Falls, Maine, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Island Falls?

In Island Falls, Maine, in December, snow falls for 14.9 days, with typically accumulated 11.3" (287mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Island Falls?

The month with the shortest days in Island Falls, Maine, is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Island Falls have in December?

In Island Falls, Maine, the average day length in December is 8h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Island Falls?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 3:57 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Island Falls have in December?

In Island Falls, Maine, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Island Falls?

The months with the lowest UV index in Island Falls are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Island Falls?

In Island Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Island Falls, ME

Average temperature in December - Island Falls, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Island Falls, ME

Average pressure in December - Island Falls, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Island Falls, ME

Average wind speed in December - Island Falls, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Island Falls, ME

Average humidity in December - Island Falls, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Island Falls, ME

Average rainfall in December - Island Falls, 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 (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in December
Island Falls, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Island Falls, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Island Falls, ME

Average snowfall in December - Island Falls, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.3"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (13.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Island Falls, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Island Falls, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.1 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
Island Falls, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Island Falls, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Island Falls, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Island Falls, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Island Falls, ME

Average UV index in December - Island Falls, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Island Falls, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Island Falls, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in December
Island Falls, ME

Average visibility in December - Island Falls, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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