December weather forecastNorth Waterford, ME
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in North Waterford, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).Temperature
The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In December, North Waterford experiences an average nighttime temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
In North Waterford, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In North Waterford, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146 days and collects up to 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in North Waterford are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated. In North Waterford, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.1 days and aggregates up to 42.52" (1080mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in North Waterford, Maine, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:14 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in North Waterford is 4.9h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in North Waterford. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
North Waterford, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 31.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 21°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).
Average pressure in December
North Waterford, ME
- Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
North Waterford, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in December
North Waterford, ME
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
North Waterford, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").
Average rainfall days in December
North Waterford, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
North Waterford, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 6.46"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
North Waterford, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
North Waterford, ME
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 54min
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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
North Waterford, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
North Waterford, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
North Waterford, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in December
North Waterford, ME
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).
