December weather forecast
South Paris, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Paris, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's chilly 43°F (6.1°C) to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) is expected.

Humidity

In South Paris, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in South Paris, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146 rainfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in South Paris, Maine, are January through May, October through December. In December, in South Paris, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated. In South Paris, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.1 days and aggregates up to 42.52" (1080mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in South Paris in December?

In December, in South Paris, the average high-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Paris?

In South Paris, Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in South Paris in December?

In South Paris, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in South Paris in December?

In South Paris, Maine, in December, during 10.2 snowfall days, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in South Paris, Maine, is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in South Paris?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Paris have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in South Paris?

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

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in South Paris is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Paris, ME

Average temperature in December - South Paris, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Paris, ME

Average pressure in December - South Paris, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
South Paris, ME

Average wind speed in December - South Paris, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and 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 Paris, ME

Average humidity in December - South Paris, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Paris, ME

Average rainfall in December - South Paris, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Paris, ME

Average rainfall days in December - South Paris, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Paris, ME

Average snowfall in December - South Paris, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Paris, ME

Average snowfall days in December - South Paris, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 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 Paris, ME

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Paris, ME

Average sunshine days in December - South Paris, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Paris, ME

Average UV index in December - South Paris, 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
South Paris, ME

Average cloud cover in December - South Paris, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
South Paris, ME

Average visibility in December - South Paris, 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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