December weather forecast
Steep Falls, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Steep Falls, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) in November to an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C). Steep Falls witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Steep Falls, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Steep Falls, Maine, in December, during 5.9 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Steep Falls, Maine, there are 121.1 rainfall days, and 16.3" (414mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Steep Falls, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Steep Falls, there are 31.3 snowfall days, and 12.76" (324mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Steep Falls, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Steep Falls in December?

Steep Falls in December has an average high-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Steep Falls?

In Steep Falls, Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Steep Falls?

In Steep Falls, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Steep Falls in December?

In Steep Falls, during December, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Steep Falls?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Steep Falls have in December?

The average day length in December in Steep Falls, Maine, is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Steep Falls?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Steep Falls, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:15 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Steep Falls?

The months with the least sunshine in Steep Falls, Maine, are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Steep Falls?

In Steep Falls, Maine, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Steep Falls?

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 reading in December in Steep Falls?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Steep Falls, ME

Average temperature in December - Steep Falls, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Steep Falls, ME

Average pressure in December - Steep Falls, 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
Steep Falls, ME

Average wind speed in December - Steep Falls, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Steep Falls, ME

Average humidity in December - Steep Falls, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Steep Falls, ME

Average rainfall in December - Steep Falls, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and October (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in December
Steep Falls, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Steep Falls, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Steep Falls, ME

Average snowfall in December - Steep Falls, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Steep Falls, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Steep Falls, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Steep Falls, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Steep Falls, 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 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Steep Falls, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Steep Falls, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Steep Falls, ME

Average UV index in December - Steep Falls, 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
Steep Falls, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Steep Falls, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Steep Falls, ME

Average visibility in December - Steep Falls, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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