December weather forecastSouth Waterford, ME
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in South Waterford, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21°F (-6.1°C) and max 31.3°F (-0.4°C).Temperature
In South Waterford, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's frosty 43°F (6.1°C) to a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In South Waterford, the average low-temperature during the month of December is 21°F (-6.1°C).Humidity
In South Waterford, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
In South Waterford, Maine, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Waterford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146 days and collects up to 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in South Waterford, Maine, are January through May, October through December. In South Waterford, in December, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.46" (164mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in South Waterford, there are 55.1 snowfall days, and 42.52" (1080mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in South Waterford is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December in South Waterford, Maine, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:14 pm EST.
Sunshine
In South Waterford, Maine, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in South Waterford are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
South Waterford, 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).
Average pressure in December
South Waterford, 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).
Average wind speed in December
South Waterford, 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).
Average humidity in December
South Waterford, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
South Waterford, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
South Waterford, 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).
Average snowfall in December
South Waterford, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
South Waterford, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Waterford, 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 54min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
South Waterford, 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).
Average UV index in December
South Waterford, 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
South Waterford, 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).
Average visibility in December
South Waterford, 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).
