December weather forecast
Washburn, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Washburn, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average low of 13.3°F (-10.4°C) and an average high of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

A shift in Washburn's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a cold 37.4°F (3°C) to a freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C). Washburn's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

Humidity

In Washburn, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Washburn, during December, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Washburn, there are 144 rainfall days, and 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Washburn are January through May, October through December. In Washburn, during December, snow falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 13.7" (348mm) of snow. In Washburn, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 104.9 days and aggregates up to 73.35" (1863mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Washburn, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Washburn, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 3:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 3:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Washburn, the average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Washburn?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C) and a low-temperature of 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Washburn?

The average relative humidity in December in Washburn is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Washburn?

In Washburn, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Washburn in December?

In Washburn, Maine, in December, snow falls for 17.5 days, with typically accumulated 13.7" (348mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Washburn?

The month with the shortest days in Washburn, Maine, is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Washburn?

In Washburn, the average day length in December is 8h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Washburn?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 3:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Washburn, Maine, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 3:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Washburn?

The average sunshine duration in December in Washburn is 3h.

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

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Washburn.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Washburn?

In Washburn, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Washburn, ME

Average temperature in December - Washburn, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 25°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Washburn, ME

Average pressure in December - Washburn, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Washburn, ME

Average wind speed in December - Washburn, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Washburn, ME

Average humidity in December - Washburn, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Washburn, ME

Average rainfall in December - Washburn, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Washburn, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Washburn, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Washburn, ME

Average snowfall in December - Washburn, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 13.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Washburn, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Washburn, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21 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
Washburn, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Washburn, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Washburn, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Washburn, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Washburn, ME

Average UV index in December - Washburn, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Washburn, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Washburn, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

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Average visibility in December
Washburn, ME

Average visibility in December - Washburn, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is May (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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