December weather forecast
South Hiram, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Hiram, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and min 21.2°F (-6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to a still subzero cold 21.2°F (-6°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In South Hiram, during December, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137 rainfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in South Hiram are January through May, October through December. In South Hiram, in December, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 6.38" (162mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in South Hiram, there are 49.1 snowfall days, and 38.7" (983mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Hiram.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In South Hiram, Maine, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in South Hiram in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in South Hiram, Maine, are 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in South Hiram?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in South Hiram in December?

In South Hiram, Maine, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in South Hiram in December?

In South Hiram, during December, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.38" (162mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Hiram?

December has the shortest days of the year in South Hiram, Maine, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in South Hiram?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in South Hiram?

On the first day of December in South Hiram, Maine, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in South Hiram?

The average sunshine duration in December in South Hiram is 4.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in South Hiram?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
South Hiram, ME

Average temperature in December - South Hiram, 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).

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Average pressure in December
South Hiram, ME

Average pressure in December - South Hiram, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
South Hiram, ME

Average wind speed in December - South Hiram, 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).

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Average humidity in December
South Hiram, ME

Average humidity in December - South Hiram, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Hiram, ME

Average rainfall in December - South Hiram, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Hiram, ME

Average rainfall days in December - South Hiram, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
South Hiram, ME

Average snowfall in December - South Hiram, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Hiram, ME

Average snowfall days in December - South Hiram, 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Hiram, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Hiram, 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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Hiram, ME

Average sunshine days in December - South Hiram, 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).

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Average UV index in December
South Hiram, ME

Average UV index in December - South Hiram, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
South Hiram, ME

Average cloud cover in December - South Hiram, 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).

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Average visibility in December
South Hiram, ME

Average visibility in December - South Hiram, 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).

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