December weather forecastKennebago Settlement, ME
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Kennebago Settlement, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 14.9°F (-9.5°C).Temperature
December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). Kennebago Settlement throughout December, records an average low-temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 88%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kennebago Settlement, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.1 days and collects up to 33.98" (863mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Kennebago Settlement, during December, snow falls for 23.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 13.54" (344mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 133 snowfall days, and 86.22" (2190mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kennebago Settlement.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Kennebago Settlement, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Kennebago Settlement, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).
Average pressure in December
Kennebago Settlement, ME
- Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Kennebago Settlement, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Kennebago Settlement, ME
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Kennebago Settlement, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.32").
Average rainfall days in December
Kennebago Settlement, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kennebago Settlement, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 13.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Kennebago Settlement, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 23.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (25.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kennebago Settlement, ME
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kennebago Settlement, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 5.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Kennebago Settlement, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Kennebago Settlement, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 73
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 46).
Average visibility in December
Kennebago Settlement, ME
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).
