December weather forecast
North Jay, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in North Jay, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and min 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). During December nights, North Jay records an average temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In North Jay, in December, during 10 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139.5 rainfall days, and 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in North Jay. In North Jay, in December, during 10.8 snowfall days, 7.17" (182mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in North Jay, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 42.36" (1076mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in North Jay, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In North Jay, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in North Jay are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in North Jay?

The high-temperature, in December, in North Jay, records 30.7°F (-0.7°C), while the low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in North Jay?

In North Jay, Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in North Jay?

In North Jay, Maine, in December, during 10 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in North Jay?

In North Jay, during December, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in North Jay?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does North Jay have in December?

In North Jay, the average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in North Jay?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in North Jay, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in North Jay?

In North Jay, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in North Jay?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in North Jay?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in North Jay, Maine, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
North Jay, ME

Average temperature in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
North Jay, ME

Average pressure in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
North Jay, ME

Average wind speed in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
North Jay, ME

Average humidity in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

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Average rainfall in December
North Jay, ME

Average rainfall in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
North Jay, ME

Average rainfall days in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
North Jay, ME

Average snowfall in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
North Jay, ME

Average snowfall days in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (12.7 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
North Jay, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
North Jay, ME

Average sunshine days in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
North Jay, ME

Average UV index in December - North Jay, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
North Jay, ME

Average cloud cover in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
North Jay, ME

Average visibility in December - North Jay, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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