December weather forecast
Porter, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Porter, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Porter experiences an average nighttime temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Porter, Maine, there are 131.2 rainfall days, and 25.59" (650mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Porter, in December, during 8.9 snowfall days, 6.42" (163mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Porter, there are 49.8 snowfall days, and 38.19" (970mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Porter is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Porter is 4.9h.

UV index

In Porter, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Porter?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Porter, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Porter?

In Porter, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Porter in December?

In Porter, Maine, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Porter in December?

In Porter, Maine, during December, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Porter?

The month with the shortest days in Porter is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Porter, Maine, is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Porter?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Porter, Maine, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Porter have in December?

In Porter, Maine, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Porter?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Porter, Maine, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Porter, ME

Average temperature in December - Porter, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Porter, ME

Average pressure in December - Porter, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Porter, ME

Average wind speed in December - Porter, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Porter, ME

Average humidity in December - Porter, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Porter, ME

Average rainfall in December - Porter, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in December
Porter, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Porter, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Porter, ME

Average snowfall in December - Porter, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Porter, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Porter, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 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
Porter, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Porter, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Porter, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Porter, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Porter, ME

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Porter, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Porter, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Porter, ME

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

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

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