December weather forecastWashburn, ME
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Washburn, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 13.3°F (-10.4°C) and max 25°F (-3.9°C).Temperature
Washburn's average high-temperature decreases in December, falling from an icy 37.4°F (3°C) in November to a freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C). Throughout the December nights, Washburn encounters a low-temperature of 13.3°F (-10.4°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.Rainfall
In Washburn, in December, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Washburn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144 days and collects up to 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Washburn, in December, snow falls for 17.5 days, with typically accumulated 13.7" (348mm) of snow. In Washburn, during the entire year, snow falls for 104.9 days and aggregates up to 73.35" (1863mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, 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
The average sunshine in December in Washburn is 3h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, 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 ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Washburn, ME
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 36min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
