December weather forecastReadfield, ME
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Readfield, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).Temperature
The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C). Readfield experiences a mean temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) during December nights.Humidity
In Readfield, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
In Readfield, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Readfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.3 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Readfield, Maine. In Readfield, in December, during 9.1 snowfall days, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Readfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.3 days and aggregates up to 29.69" (754mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Readfield, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of December, in Readfield, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Readfield are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Readfield, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Readfield, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Readfield, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Readfield, ME
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Readfield, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").
Average rainfall days in December
Readfield, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Readfield, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 4.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Readfield, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Readfield, ME
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 54min
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 42min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Readfield, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Readfield, ME
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Readfield, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in December
Readfield, 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).
