December weather forecast
Quimby, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Quimby, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and an average low of 12.2°F (-11°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). In Quimby, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to an extreme cold 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In Quimby, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Quimby are January through May, October through December. In Quimby, Maine, in December, snow falls for 18.4 days, with typically accumulated 12.2" (310mm) of snow. In Quimby, during the entire year, snow falls for 106.5 days and aggregates up to 71.89" (1826mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Quimby, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Quimby, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 3:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Quimby, Maine. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Quimby in December?

During December, Quimby experiences an average high-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and a low-temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Quimby?

In December, the average relative humidity in Quimby is 90%.

How much does it rain in Quimby in December?

In December, in Quimby, Maine, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Quimby?

In Quimby, Maine, during December, snow falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.2" (310mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Quimby?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Quimby.

How many hours of daylight does Quimby have in December?

In Quimby, the average day length in December is 8h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Quimby?

On the first day of December in Quimby, Maine, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 3:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Quimby?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Quimby?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Quimby?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Quimby is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Quimby, ME

Average temperature in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Quimby, ME

Average pressure in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March, September and November (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Quimby, ME

Average wind speed in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Quimby, ME

Average humidity in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Quimby, ME

Average rainfall in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Quimby, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Quimby, ME

Average snowfall in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Quimby, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.8 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
Quimby, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Quimby, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Quimby, ME

Average UV index in December - Quimby, 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 January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Quimby, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Quimby, 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 42).

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Average visibility in December
Quimby, ME

Average visibility in December - Quimby, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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