December weather forecast
Long Island, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Long Island, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

Long Island in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a chilly 46°F (7.8°C) in November to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). Nighttime temperatures in Long Island, Maine, hover around an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in December, a slight descent from daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Long Island, Maine, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Long Island, in December, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In Long Island, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.7 days and aggregates up to 11.73" (298mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of December, in Long Island, Maine, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Long Island, with an average of 4.8h 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Long Island?

In December, in Long Island, the average high-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Long Island?

In Long Island, Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Long Island?

In December, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Long Island?

In Long Island, in December, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Long Island?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Long Island have in December?

In December, the average day length in Long Island, Maine, is 8h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Long Island?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Long Island, Maine, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Long Island?

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Long Island have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Long Island is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Long Island?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Long Island?

In Long Island, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value 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
Long Island, ME

Average temperature in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Long Island, ME

Average pressure in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and 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
Long Island, ME

Average wind speed in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Long Island, ME

Average humidity in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Long Island, ME

Average rainfall in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Long Island, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Long Island, ME

Average snowfall in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Long Island, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Long Island, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Long Island, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Long Island, ME

Average UV index in December - Long Island, 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
Long Island, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Long Island, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Long Island, ME

Average visibility in December - Long Island, 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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