December weather forecast
Sandy Point, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sandy Point, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

Sandy Point experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) in November to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C). Sandy Point observes an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sandy Point, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sandy Point, in December, during 8.9 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sandy Point, Maine, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 19.61" (498mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sandy Point, Maine, is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Sandy Point is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sandy Point in December?

In December, in Sandy Point, the average high-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sandy Point?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Sandy Point in December?

In Sandy Point, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Sandy Point?

In Sandy Point, Maine, during December, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sandy Point?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sandy Point.

How many hours of daylight does Sandy Point have in December?

The average day length in December in Sandy Point, Maine, is 8h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sandy Point?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sandy Point, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sandy Point?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sandy Point is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sandy Point?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sandy Point?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sandy Point, ME

Average temperature in December - Sandy Point, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sandy Point, ME

Average pressure in December - Sandy Point, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sandy Point, ME

Average wind speed in December - Sandy Point, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sandy Point, ME

Average humidity in December - Sandy Point, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sandy Point, ME

Average rainfall in December - Sandy Point, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sandy Point, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Sandy Point, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sandy Point, ME

Average snowfall in December - Sandy Point, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sandy Point, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Sandy Point, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 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
Sandy Point, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sandy Point, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sandy Point, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Sandy Point, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sandy Point, ME

Average UV index in December - Sandy Point, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sandy Point, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Sandy Point, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Sandy Point, ME

Average visibility in December - Sandy Point, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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