December weather forecastWaite, ME
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Waite, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).Temperature
The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C) to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In Waite, an average low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) is recorded during December nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 83%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.3 rainfall days, and 9.45" (240mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Waite, in December, during 8.1 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Waite, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.4 days and aggregates up to 9.69" (246mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 3:58 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Waite, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Waite, Maine, are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Waite, ME
- Average high temperature in December: 31.5°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 (26.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Waite, 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 (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Waite, ME
- Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Waite, ME
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Waite, ME
- Average rainfall in December: 0.98"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").
Average rainfall days in December
Waite, ME
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Waite, ME
- Average snowfall in December: 1.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Waite, ME
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Waite, ME
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 48min
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: 4h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Waite, ME
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Waite, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Waite, ME
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).
Average visibility in December
Waite, ME
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
