December weather forecast
Lee, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lee, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and an average high of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C). Lee registers a consistent average low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) during December.

Humidity

In Lee, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Lee, in December, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.2 days and collects up to 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lee, Maine, in December, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.6 snowfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Lee is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lee. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lee in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 30°F (-1.1°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Lee?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lee is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lee?

In Lee, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lee in December?

In December, in Lee, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lee?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lee.

What is the average length of the day in December in Lee?

The average day length in December in Lee is 8h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lee?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:00 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lee have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Lee, Maine, is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lee?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lee?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lee is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lee, ME

Average temperature in December - Lee, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lee, ME

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

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

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Average wind speed in December
Lee, ME

Average wind speed in December - Lee, 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 (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lee, ME

Average humidity in December - Lee, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lee, ME

Average rainfall in December - Lee, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, July and September (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lee, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Lee, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lee, ME

Average snowfall in December - Lee, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lee, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Lee, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11 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
Lee, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lee, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lee, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Lee, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lee, ME

Average UV index in December - Lee, 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
Lee, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Lee, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Lee, ME

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

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

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