December weather forecast
Jay, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Jay, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Throughout the month of December, Jay observes an average nighttime temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Jay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.5 days and collects up to 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Jay, Maine, are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 7.17" (182mm) of snow is accumulated. In Jay, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 42.36" (1076mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Jay, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Jay, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Jay in December?

In Jay, in December, the average high-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Jay?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Jay?

In December, in Jay, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Jay in December?

In Jay, Maine, in December, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Jay?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Jay have in December?

In Jay, the average day length in December is 8h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Jay?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Jay, Maine, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Jay have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Jay, Maine, is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Jay?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Jay?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Jay, Maine, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Jay, ME

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Jay, ME

Average pressure in December - Jay, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Jay, ME

Average wind speed in December - Jay, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Jay, ME

Average humidity in December - Jay, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Jay, ME

Average rainfall in December - Jay, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Jay, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Jay, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Jay, ME

Average snowfall in December - Jay, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Jay, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Jay, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (12.7 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
Jay, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jay, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Jay, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Jay, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Jay, ME

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Jay, ME

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Jay, ME

Average visibility in December - Jay, 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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