December weather forecast
Pittston, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Pittston, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.9°F (0.5°C) and min 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Pittston's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C). During December, Pittston experiences an average low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Pittston is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Pittston. In Pittston, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow. In Pittston, during the entire year, snow falls for 46 days and aggregates up to 27.76" (705mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Pittston, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Pittston, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Pittston, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Pittston?

In Pittston, 32.9°F (0.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 23°F (-5°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Pittston?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Pittston?

The month with the most rainfall in Pittston, Maine, is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Pittston?

In Pittston, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Pittston in December?

In Pittston, Maine, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pittston?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pittston have in December?

In Pittston, Maine, the average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pittston?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pittston?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pittston?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pittston.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Pittston?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Pittston, Maine, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pittston, ME

Average temperature in December - Pittston, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pittston, ME

Average pressure in December - Pittston, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Pittston, ME

Average wind speed in December - Pittston, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pittston, ME

Average humidity in December - Pittston, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pittston, ME

Average rainfall in December - Pittston, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pittston, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Pittston, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pittston, ME

Average snowfall in December - Pittston, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pittston, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Pittston, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pittston, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pittston, 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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pittston, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Pittston, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pittston, ME

Average UV index in December - Pittston, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Pittston, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Pittston, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Pittston, ME

Average visibility in December - Pittston, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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