December weather forecast
Peru, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Peru, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19°F (-7.2°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's icy 40.5°F (4.7°C) to a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). An average minimum temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) is recorded in Peru during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Peru, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Peru, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.3 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Peru, Maine. In Peru, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 7.44" (189mm) of snow. In Peru, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.3 days and aggregates up to 48.15" (1223mm) of snow.

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 6:58 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of December, in Peru, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Peru, Maine, is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Peru in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Peru are 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Peru?

In Peru, Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Peru?

In Peru, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Peru in December?

In Peru, Maine, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Peru?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Peru?

In December, the average day length in Peru is 8h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Peru?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Peru?

In Peru, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Peru?

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Peru.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Peru?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Peru is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Peru, ME

Average temperature in December - Peru, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

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Average pressure in December
Peru, ME

Average pressure in December - Peru, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"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
Peru, ME

Average wind speed in December - Peru, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Peru, ME

Average humidity in December - Peru, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Peru, ME

Average rainfall in December - Peru, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Peru, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Peru, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Peru, ME

Average snowfall in December - Peru, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Peru, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Peru, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 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
Peru, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Peru, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Peru, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Peru, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Peru, ME

Average UV index in December - Peru, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Peru, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Peru, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
Peru, ME

Average visibility in December - Peru, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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