December weather forecast
New Sweden, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in New Sweden, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 13.3°F (-10.4°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a wintry 37.4°F (3°C) in November to a freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C). During December, the nighttime temperature in New Sweden averages of 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In New Sweden, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New Sweden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144 days and collects up to 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in New Sweden, it is snowing for 17.5 days. Throughout December, 13.7" (348mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.9 snowfall days, and 73.35" (1863mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in New Sweden, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 3:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 3:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in New Sweden is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. 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 December in New Sweden?

The average high-temperature, in December, in New Sweden, is 25°F (-3.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in New Sweden?

In December, the average relative humidity in New Sweden, Maine, is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in New Sweden?

In New Sweden, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in New Sweden in December?

In New Sweden, Maine, in December, snow falls for 17.5 days, with typically accumulated 13.7" (348mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in New Sweden?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in New Sweden?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in New Sweden?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 3:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in New Sweden, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 3:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does New Sweden have in December?

In New Sweden, Maine, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in New Sweden?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in New Sweden?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in New Sweden, Maine, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
New Sweden, ME

Average temperature in December - New Sweden, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 25°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
New Sweden, ME

Average pressure in December - New Sweden, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
New Sweden, ME

Average wind speed in December - New Sweden, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
New Sweden, ME

Average humidity in December - New Sweden, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
New Sweden, ME

Average rainfall in December - New Sweden, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
New Sweden, ME

Average rainfall days in December - New Sweden, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
New Sweden, ME

Average snowfall in December - New Sweden, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 13.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
New Sweden, ME

Average snowfall days in December - New Sweden, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21 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
New Sweden, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Sweden, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
New Sweden, ME

Average sunshine days in December - New Sweden, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
New Sweden, ME

Average UV index in December - New Sweden, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
New Sweden, ME

Average cloud cover in December - New Sweden, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

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Average visibility in December
New Sweden, ME

Average visibility in December - New Sweden, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is May (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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