December weather forecast
Poplar Ripps, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Poplar Ripps, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a cold 37°F (2.8°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). December brings Poplar Ripps a consistent average low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Poplar Ripps, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Poplar Ripps, there are 136.8 rainfall days, and 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 18.1 days. Throughout December, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is accumulated. In Poplar Ripps, during the entire year, snow falls for 99.1 days and aggregates up to 29.96" (761mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

February, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Poplar Ripps in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Poplar Ripps, records 25.5°F (-3.6°C), while the low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Poplar Ripps?

The average relative humidity in December in Poplar Ripps, Maine, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Poplar Ripps?

In Poplar Ripps, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Poplar Ripps in December?

In Poplar Ripps, Maine, in December, during 18.1 snowfall days, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Poplar Ripps?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Poplar Ripps, Maine.

What is the average length of the day in December in Poplar Ripps?

The average day length in December is 8h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Poplar Ripps?

On the first day of December in Poplar Ripps, Maine, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Poplar Ripps have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Poplar Ripps, Maine, is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Poplar Ripps?

February, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Poplar Ripps.

What is the UV index reading in December in Poplar Ripps?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Poplar Ripps is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Poplar Ripps, ME

Average temperature in December - Poplar Ripps, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Poplar Ripps, ME

Average pressure in December - Poplar Ripps, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Poplar Ripps, ME

Average wind speed in December - Poplar Ripps, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Poplar Ripps, ME

Average humidity in December - Poplar Ripps, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Poplar Ripps, ME

Average rainfall in December - Poplar Ripps, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in December
Poplar Ripps, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Poplar Ripps, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Poplar Ripps, ME

Average snowfall in December - Poplar Ripps, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Poplar Ripps, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Poplar Ripps, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20 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
Poplar Ripps, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Poplar Ripps, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Poplar Ripps, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Poplar Ripps, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Poplar Ripps, ME

Average UV index in December - Poplar Ripps, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Poplar Ripps, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Poplar Ripps, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

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Average visibility in December
Poplar Ripps, ME

Average visibility in December - Poplar Ripps, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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