December weather forecastPatten, ME
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Patten, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C).Temperature
Patten's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to a still subzero cold 18.1°F (-7.7°C).Humidity
In Patten, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.Rainfall
In Patten, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Patten, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.1 days and collects up to 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Patten, during December, snow falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 78.3 snowfall days, and 45.63" (1159mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 3:58 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. 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 average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Patten, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 28.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 18.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Patten, ME
- Average pressure in December: 30"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Patten, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Patten, ME
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Patten, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and July (1.73").
Average rainfall days in December
Patten, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Patten, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 8.78"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Patten, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Patten, ME
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Patten, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Patten, 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 February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Patten, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in December
Patten, ME
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).
