December weather forecastMars Hill, ME
December
Weather in December
December, in Mars Hill, Maine, USA, is the epitome of winter wonderland as it welcomes the festive season. The month observes a substantial drop in temperature to 25.7°F (-3.5°C), setting the tone for a frosty end to the year. The town is beautifully adorned with twinkling lights and holiday decorations, boosting the festive spirit. The tranquil beauty of the snow-covered landscapes and early sunsets create perfect postcard scenes. As the year concludes, residents prepare for January's increased coldness and thicker snow layers.Temperature
The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). Mars Hill's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Mars Hill are January through May, October through December. In Mars Hill, in December, snow falls for 16.9 days, with typically accumulated 13.35" (339mm) of snow. In Mars Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.7 days and aggregates up to 69.17" (1757mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 3:54 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.1h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Mars Hill, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 13.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Mars Hill, ME
- Average pressure in December: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Mars Hill, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Mars Hill, ME
- Average humidity in December: 89%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Mars Hill, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").
Average rainfall days in December
Mars Hill, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Mars Hill, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 13.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Mars Hill, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 16.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mars Hill, ME
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 6min
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
Mars Hill, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Mars Hill, 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
Mars Hill, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).
Average visibility in December
Mars Hill, 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).
