Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
During Phippsburg's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). Phippsburg's nighttime temperature in December consistently rests at a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C).Humidity
In Phippsburg, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall are October and December, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Phippsburg, Maine, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Phippsburg, Maine, there are 40.2 snowfall days, and 18.82" (478mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In December, the average ocean temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C).Note: Immersing oneself in 45.3°F (7.4°C) at sub14°F (-10°C) temperatures is a recipe for harsh cold shock and quickened breathing unless adequately equipped.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.
Sunshine
February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Phippsburg in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Phippsburg?
What is the rainiest month in Phippsburg?
How much does it rain in Phippsburg in December?
How many days does it snow in December in Phippsburg?
How cold is the water in December in Phippsburg?
What is the month with the shortest days in Phippsburg?
What is the average length of the day in December in Phippsburg?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Phippsburg?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Phippsburg?
How long on average sun shines in December in Phippsburg?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Phippsburg?
What is the UV index reading in December in Phippsburg?
Average temperature in December
Phippsburg, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Phippsburg, ME
- Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Phippsburg, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Phippsburg, ME
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Phippsburg, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 3.5"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in December
Phippsburg, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Phippsburg, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 3.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Phippsburg, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Phippsburg, ME
- Average sea temperature in December: 45.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.9°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Phippsburg, ME
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Phippsburg, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Phippsburg, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Phippsburg, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Phippsburg, ME
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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