December weather forecastStonington, ME
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Stonington, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).Temperature
The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). Stonington, in the month of December, notes an average low temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C), indicating a small decrease from the daytime highs.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Stonington, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Stonington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.5 days and collects up to 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Stonington, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.2 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Stonington, in December, the average water temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C).Note: Engaging in a swim in 45.5°F (7.5°C) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 50°F (10°C) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:06 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Stonington, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).
Average pressure in December
Stonington, ME
- Average pressure in December: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Stonington, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 13.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Stonington, ME
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Stonington, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").
Average rainfall days in December
Stonington, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Stonington, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 1.81"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Stonington, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Stonington, ME
- Average sea temperature in December: 45.6°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.2°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Stonington, ME
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Stonington, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Stonington, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Stonington, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Stonington, ME
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
