December weather forecast
West Bethel, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in West Bethel, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and min 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). An average minimum temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) is recorded in West Bethel, Maine, during the month of December.

Humidity

In West Bethel, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In West Bethel, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Bethel, Maine, there are 153 rainfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Bethel, in December, snow falls for 14.3 days, with typically accumulated 8.11" (206mm) of snow. In West Bethel, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.9 days and aggregates up to 52.13" (1324mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in West Bethel is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Bethel, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in West Bethel is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in West Bethel?

The high-temperature, in December, in West Bethel, records 29.3°F (-1.5°C), while the low-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Bethel?

In December, the average relative humidity in West Bethel is 82%.

How much does it rain in West Bethel in December?

In West Bethel, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in West Bethel in December?

In West Bethel, Maine, in December, during 14.3 snowfall days, 8.11" (206mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Bethel?

The month with the shortest days in West Bethel, Maine, is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in West Bethel?

The average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Bethel?

On the first day of December in West Bethel, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:14 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Bethel?

In December, the average sunshine duration in West Bethel, Maine, is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in West Bethel?

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

Average temperature in December - West Bethel, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Bethel, ME

Average pressure in December - West Bethel, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
West Bethel, ME

Average wind speed in December - West Bethel, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Bethel, ME

Average humidity in December - West Bethel, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Bethel, ME

Average rainfall in December - West Bethel, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Bethel, ME

Average rainfall days in December - West Bethel, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Bethel, ME

Average snowfall in December - West Bethel, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Bethel, ME

Average snowfall days in December - West Bethel, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (15.3 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
West Bethel, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Bethel, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Bethel, ME

Average sunshine days in December - West Bethel, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Bethel, ME

Average UV index in December - West Bethel, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
West Bethel, ME

Average cloud cover in December - West Bethel, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
West Bethel, ME

Average visibility in December - West Bethel, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, August and September (4mi).

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