December weather forecast
Lake City, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Lake City, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to a cold 35.8°F (2.1°C). Lake City records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) in December, slightly lower than the daytime high.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lake City, Maine, is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Lake City. In December, in Lake City, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lake City, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.7 days and aggregates up to 17.91" (455mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lake City, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lake City in December?

Lake City in December has an average high-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lake City?

In Lake City, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Lake City?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Lake City. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Lake City?

In Lake City, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Lake City?

In December, in Lake City, Maine, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lake City?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Lake City?

In December, the average day length in Lake City, Maine, is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lake City?

On the first day of December in Lake City, Maine, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:07 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lake City?

With an average of 4.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake City have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lake City?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Lake City?

In Lake City, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lake City, ME

Average temperature in December - Lake City, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (70.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lake City, ME

Average pressure in December - Lake City, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Lake City, ME

Average wind speed in December - Lake City, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lake City, ME

Average humidity in December - Lake City, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lake City, ME

Average rainfall in December - Lake City, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lake City, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Lake City, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lake City, ME

Average snowfall in December - Lake City, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lake City, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Lake City, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Lake City, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake City, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lake City, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Lake City, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lake City, ME

Average UV index in December - Lake City, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lake City, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Lake City, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Lake City, ME

Average visibility in December - Lake City, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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