December weather forecastMadawaska, ME
December
Weather in December
December marks the peak of winter in Madawaska, with residents bundling up against the frigid conditions. The landscape gets blanketed under snow, accumulating up to 12.28" (312mm), second only to January. As the town succumbs to the cold wave, residents find the warmth in the holiday spirit. The shortest daylight hours of the year foreshadows the long winter nights. Yet, the captivating sight of snow-dusted town under the gentle glow of festive lights in December makes it a winter wonderland.Temperature
As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C) to a subzero cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C). During December nights, Madawaska records an average temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Madawaska, there are 140.8 rainfall days, and 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Madawaska, in December, during 17.8 snowfall days, 12.28" (312mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.8 snowfall days, and 71.34" (1812mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 3:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 3:52 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 2.9h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Madawaska, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 23.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 12.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Madawaska, ME
- Average pressure in December: 30"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March, September and November (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Madawaska, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Madawaska, ME
- Average humidity in December: 90%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Madawaska, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.97").
Average rainfall days in December
Madawaska, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Madawaska, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 12.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Madawaska, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Madawaska, ME
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Madawaska, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Madawaska, 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
Madawaska, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 70
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in December
Madawaska, ME
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).
