December weather forecastRumford Center, ME
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Rumford Center, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C).Temperature
The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Rumford Center experiences a steady low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) throughout December.Humidity
In Rumford Center, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.Rainfall
In Rumford Center, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Rumford Center, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.3 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Rumford Center. In December, in Rumford Center, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 7.44" (189mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rumford Center, there are 69.3 snowfall days, and 48.15" (1223mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Rumford Center is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:12 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.UV index
February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Rumford Center, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 19°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).
Average pressure in December
Rumford Center, ME
- Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Rumford Center, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Rumford Center, ME
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Rumford Center, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").
Average rainfall days in December
Rumford Center, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rumford Center, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 7.44"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rumford Center, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rumford Center, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rumford Center, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Rumford Center, ME
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Rumford Center, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in December
Rumford Center, ME
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, August and September (4mi).
