December weather forecastRankins Mill, ME
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Rankins Mill, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C).Temperature
With December's arrival, Rankins Mill sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at a still freezing cold 21.2°F (-6°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rankins Mill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Rankins Mill. In Rankins Mill, Maine, during December, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.38" (162mm) of snow. In Rankins Mill, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.1 days and aggregates up to 38.7" (983mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Rankins Mill 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 4:06 pm. On the last day of December, in Rankins Mill, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:15 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Rankins Mill is 2. 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 maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Rankins Mill, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 31.8°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: 21.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Rankins Mill, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Rankins Mill, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Rankins Mill, ME
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and November (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Rankins Mill, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").
Average rainfall days in December
Rankins Mill, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 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 January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rankins Mill, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 6.38"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rankins Mill, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rankins Mill, 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 54min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rankins Mill, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Rankins Mill, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Rankins Mill, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Rankins Mill, ME
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).
