December weather forecastThomaston, ME
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Thomaston, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.4°F (-2°C) and max 37°F (2.8°C).Temperature
In Thomaston, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). Thomaston notes a consistent average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) during December nights.Humidity
In Thomaston, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.1 snowfall days, and 12.36" (314mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In December, the average ocean temperature in Thomaston is 45.1°F (7.3°C).Note: Beware when you're in 45.1°F (7.3°C) waters; 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling and anything below 50°F (10°C) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.
Daylight
With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of December, in Thomaston, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:08 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Thomaston, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 37°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Thomaston, 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
Thomaston, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 14.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Thomaston, ME
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Thomaston, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in December
Thomaston, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Thomaston, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 1.81"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Thomaston, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Thomaston, ME
- Average sea temperature in December: 45°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Thomaston, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Thomaston, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Thomaston, 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
Thomaston, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Thomaston, 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).
