December weather forecast
Walpole, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Walpole, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). December nights in Walpole cool down to an average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

In Walpole, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Walpole is December, when the rain falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Walpole, Maine, are January through May, November and December. In Walpole, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow. In Walpole, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 40 days and aggregates up to 20.08" (510mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Walpole, Maine, are February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Walpole are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Walpole?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Walpole?

In Walpole, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Walpole?

The month with the most rainfall in Walpole, Maine, is December, when the rain falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Walpole?

In December, in Walpole, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Walpole?

In December, in Walpole, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Walpole?

The month with the shortest days in Walpole is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Walpole have in December?

In Walpole, the average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Walpole?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Walpole, Maine, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:10 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Walpole?

The months with the least sunshine in Walpole are February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Walpole have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Walpole, Maine, is 4.6h.

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

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Walpole, Maine.

What is the UV index reading in December in Walpole?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Walpole, Maine, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Walpole, ME

Average temperature in December - Walpole, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in December
Walpole, ME

Average pressure in December - Walpole, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Walpole, ME

Average wind speed in December - Walpole, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Walpole, ME

Average humidity in December - Walpole, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Walpole, ME

Average rainfall in December - Walpole, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Walpole, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Walpole, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Walpole, ME

Average snowfall in December - Walpole, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Walpole, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Walpole, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 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
Walpole, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Walpole, 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 4min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Walpole, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Walpole, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Walpole, ME

Average UV index in December - Walpole, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Walpole, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Walpole, 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 33).

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Average visibility in December
Walpole, ME

Average visibility in December - Walpole, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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