December weather forecast
Milford, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Milford, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and an average high of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Milford is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Milford, Maine, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.61" (168mm) of snow. In Milford, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.1 days and aggregates up to 36.34" (923mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of December, in Milford, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Milford, Maine, is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Milford. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Milford in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Milford are 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Milford?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the rainiest month in Milford?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Milford. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Milford?

In December, in Milford, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Milford in December?

In Milford, Maine, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.61" (168mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Milford?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Milford, Maine.

How many hours of daylight does Milford have in December?

In Milford, Maine, the average day length in December is 8h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Milford?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Milford, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Milford have in December?

In Milford, Maine, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Milford?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Milford?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Milford is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Milford, ME

Average temperature in December - Milford, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Milford, ME

Average pressure in December - Milford, 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
Milford, ME

Average wind speed in December - Milford, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Milford, ME

Average humidity in December - Milford, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Milford, ME

Average rainfall in December - Milford, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Milford, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Milford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Milford, ME

Average snowfall in December - Milford, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Milford, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Milford, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Milford, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Milford, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Milford, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Milford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Milford, ME

Average UV index in December - Milford, 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
Milford, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Milford, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Milford, ME

Average visibility in December - Milford, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (5mi).

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