December weather forecast
Matinicus, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Matinicus, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C). Recording a slight drop from the daily maximum, Matinicus notes an average low temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Matinicus, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Matinicus, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.9 days and collects up to 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Matinicus are January through April, November and December. In Matinicus, Maine, in December, during 7.3 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Matinicus, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.9 days and aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) 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 6:50 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Matinicus. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Matinicus in December?

In Matinicus, 39.7°F (4.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.4°F (0.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Matinicus?

The average relative humidity in December in Matinicus is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Matinicus?

In Matinicus, in December, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Matinicus in December?

In Matinicus, in December, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Matinicus?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Matinicus, Maine.

How many hours of daylight does Matinicus have in December?

The average day length in December in Matinicus is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Matinicus?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Matinicus?

The month with the least sunshine in Matinicus, Maine, is December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Matinicus?

The average sunshine duration in December in Matinicus, Maine, is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Matinicus?

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 Matinicus?

In Matinicus, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Matinicus, ME

Average temperature in December - Matinicus, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (65.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Matinicus, ME

Average pressure in December - Matinicus, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.99"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
Matinicus, ME

Average wind speed in December - Matinicus, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Matinicus, ME

Average humidity in December - Matinicus, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Matinicus, ME

Average rainfall in December - Matinicus, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (1.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Matinicus, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Matinicus, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Matinicus, ME

Average snowfall in December - Matinicus, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Matinicus, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Matinicus, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Matinicus, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Matinicus, 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 2min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Matinicus, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Matinicus, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Matinicus, ME

Average UV index in December - Matinicus, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Matinicus, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Matinicus, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Matinicus, ME

Average visibility in December - Matinicus, 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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