December weather forecastOrland, ME
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Orland, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and an average low of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).Temperature
The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) in November to an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C). During December, Orland experiences an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) at night.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Orland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Orland, during December, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Orland, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.8 days and aggregates up to 19.61" (498mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In December, the average ocean temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C).Note: Dipping into 44.2°F (6.8°C) below 50°F (10°C) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 55.4°F (13°C) feels cold to the bone.
Daylight
With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of December, in Orland, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Orland, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Average temperature in December
Orland, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Orland, ME
- Average pressure in December: 29.99"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).
Average wind speed in December
Orland, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Orland, ME
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Orland, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.42").
Average rainfall days in December
Orland, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Orland, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 2.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Orland, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Orland, ME
- Average sea temperature in December: 44.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.5°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Orland, 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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Orland, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Orland, 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
Orland, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 52
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in December
Orland, ME
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
