December weather forecast
Little Deer Isle, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Little Deer Isle, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). With a barely noticeable fluctuation in temperature, Little Deer Isle reaches an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

In Little Deer Isle, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Little Deer Isle, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. In Little Deer Isle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.5 days and collects up to 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. In Little Deer Isle, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.2 days and aggregates up to 9.65" (245mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Little Deer Isle, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Little Deer Isle, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Little Deer Isle, Maine, is December, with an average of 4.5h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Little Deer Isle?

December temperatures in Little Deer Isle vary between a high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Little Deer Isle?

In Little Deer Isle, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Little Deer Isle in December?

In December, in Little Deer Isle, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Little Deer Isle?

In Little Deer Isle, Maine, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Little Deer Isle?

December has the shortest days of the year in Little Deer Isle, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Little Deer Isle have in December?

The average day length in December in Little Deer Isle is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Little Deer Isle?

On the first day of December in Little Deer Isle, Maine, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Little Deer Isle?

With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Little Deer Isle?

The average sunshine duration in December in Little Deer Isle is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Little Deer Isle?

January through March, November and 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 Little Deer Isle?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Little Deer Isle, Maine, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Little Deer Isle, ME

Average temperature in December - Little Deer Isle, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

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Average pressure in December
Little Deer Isle, ME

Average pressure in December - Little Deer Isle, 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
Little Deer Isle, ME

Average wind speed in December - Little Deer Isle, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Little Deer Isle, ME

Average humidity in December - Little Deer Isle, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Little Deer Isle, ME

Average rainfall in December - Little Deer Isle, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Little Deer Isle, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Little Deer Isle, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Little Deer Isle, ME

Average snowfall in December - Little Deer Isle, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Little Deer Isle, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Little Deer Isle, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Little Deer Isle, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Little Deer Isle, 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 3min

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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Little Deer Isle, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Little Deer Isle, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Little Deer Isle, ME

Average UV index in December - Little Deer Isle, 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
Little Deer Isle, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Little Deer Isle, 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
Little Deer Isle, ME

Average visibility in December - Little Deer Isle, 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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