December weather forecast
Springfield, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Springfield, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). December in Springfield, Maine, is noted for a mean low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Springfield is December, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Springfield are January through May, October through December. In Springfield, Maine, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 10" (254mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Springfield, there are 64.2 snowfall days, and 45.91" (1166mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Springfield, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 3:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Springfield, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Springfield. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. 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 December in Springfield?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Springfield, is 29.3°F (-1.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Springfield?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

What is the rainiest month in Springfield?

The month with the most rainfall in Springfield, Maine, is December, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Springfield?

In Springfield, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Springfield?

In December, in Springfield, Maine, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 10" (254mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Springfield?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Springfield?

In December, the average day length in Springfield is 8h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Springfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Springfield, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 3:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Springfield?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Springfield?

The months with the lowest UV index in Springfield, Maine, are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Springfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Springfield is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Springfield, ME

Average temperature in December - Springfield, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

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Average pressure in December
Springfield, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Springfield, ME

Average wind speed in December - Springfield, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Springfield, ME

Average humidity in December - Springfield, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and July (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Springfield, ME

Average rainfall in December - Springfield, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Springfield, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Springfield, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Springfield, ME

Average snowfall in December - Springfield, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 10"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Springfield, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Springfield, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14 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
Springfield, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Springfield, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Springfield, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Springfield, ME

Average UV index in December - Springfield, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Springfield, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Springfield, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 45).

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Average visibility in December
Springfield, ME

Average visibility in December - Springfield, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).

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