December weather forecast
Moose River, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Moose River, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a cold 37°F (2.8°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C). Throughout December, Moose River witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Moose River is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Moose River, Maine, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Moose River, in December, during 19.5 snowfall days, 12.32" (313mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Moose River, during the entire year, snow falls for 110.8 days and aggregates up to 76.65" (1947mm) 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 December in Moose River, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Moose River is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Moose River are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Moose River in December?

In Moose River, in December, the average high-temperature is 25.2°F (-3.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Moose River?

In Moose River, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Moose River?

In Moose River, Maine, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Moose River?

In Moose River, in December, during 19.5 snowfall days, 12.32" (313mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Moose River?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Moose River?

In December, the average day length in Moose River is 8h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Moose River?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:07 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Moose River?

In Moose River, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Moose River?

The months with the lowest UV index in Moose River are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Moose River?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Moose River is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Moose River, ME

Average temperature in December - Moose River, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Moose River, ME

Average pressure in December - Moose River, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Moose River, ME

Average wind speed in December - Moose River, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Moose River, ME

Average humidity in December - Moose River, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Moose River, ME

Average rainfall in December - Moose River, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in December
Moose River, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Moose River, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Moose River, ME

Average snowfall in December - Moose River, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Moose River, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Moose River, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21.8 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
Moose River, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Moose River, 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: 3h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Moose River, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Moose River, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Moose River, ME

Average UV index in December - Moose River, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Moose River, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Moose River, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 43).

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Average visibility in December
Moose River, ME

Average visibility in December - Moose River, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September and December (4mi).

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